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Pennsylvania Changes Law for Overtime Pay
Pennsylvania recently enacted an amendment to the Minimum Wage Act, expressly permitting the use of the 8-80 method to calculate overtime for healthcare workers. The amendment essentially aligns Pennsylvania with federal law, which mandates overtime pay for work performed in excess of 8 hours a day, or 80 hours in a 14-day period for healthcare […]
Pennsylvania Adopts E-Verify Law
A newly enacted Pennsylvania law requires contractors and subcontractors who wish to work under state contracts to use “E-Verify” to confirm employment eligibility of their workers. E-Verify is an internet-based program maintained and administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify allows employers to input an employee’s identifying information and have that information […]
Shareholder Agreements
What would you do if a shareholder of your company were suddenly unable to carry out his duties? What if there is a dispute about the management of the company between shareholders? A legally valid shareholders’ agreement is one way to protect yourself from extensive litigation to resolve issues like these. A shareholders’ agreement […]
Buying the Business
Looking for a new challenge? Already own a business, but looking to expand? A quick way to become a business owner or to expand is by purchasing an existing business. Previously we discussed Starbucks’ purchase of Bay Bread because Starbucks wanted to expand the variety of foods served in their coffee shops. Many details of […]
Checklist for Starting a Business in Pennsylvania
Starting a business is an exciting adventure not for the faint of heart. Increase your business’s chances of success by preparing a solid foundation before you open the doors. Consider which of these factors apply to you and start checking them off your to do list. Determine what kind of business you want to start, […]
What is a “Professional Corporation”?
A professional corporation is formed in order to render services within one specific profession, subject to certain state exceptions, and must be formed pursuant to 15 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 2903 of the Pennsylvania Code. A professional corporation generally may not provide any other non-ancillary services. The name of a professional corporation is restricted […]
Pennsylvania Franchise Basics
Even if you’ve owned and operated your own business successfully in the past, there are some franchise facts you need to know before you sign on the dotted line. The first thing potential franchise entrepreneurs should know is which rules apply in your state. For instance, some states have specific laws governing franchise relationships, […]
Can a Shared Work Program Work For You?
With the economy struggling to make a comeback and unemployment still level in Pennsylvania, many business owners are looking for ways to cut expenses without having to lay off employees. A new Pennsylvania program called Shared Work may be the answer for some businesses. Under Pennsylvania’s Shared Work program, an employer must make application to […]
Is Your Business Covered?
A customer slips and falls. An employee has an automobile accident in a company vehicle, injuring himself or someone else. A product you distribute is found to be defective and potentially dangerous. While you hope that none of these situations arise in your business, are you willing to take the chance that it will […]
Are You In Compliance With Existing Wage Laws?
Rite Aid Corporation settled out of court recently, agreeing to pay up to $20.9 million to settle lawsuits brought by salaried assistant store managers and co-managers who claim they were owed overtime pay due to the non-managerial aspects of their jobs. According to CNNMoney, over 7,000 lawsuits were filed in federal court in 2011 alleging […]
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