Probably! It really depends on their internal policy and whether it is applied in a consistent manner. For instance, random drug testing may be...

So the answer to the topic question is yes. Probationary employees are still protected employees under the federal statutes enforced by the EEOC....

Is this pregnancy discrimination?

It is discriminatory conduct, that is creating a hostile work environment. It is probably not yet actionable. The coworker should be reported to...

I guess my first question is what reason are they giving for denying it? They are potentially risking liability under the FMLA, ADAAA, and PHRA,...

Unemployment Compensation

As the other attorneys have indicated, that is not willful misconduct. And if the company is large enough, it may well be worth requesting...

Who is responsible for medical bills, me or my employer?

Assuming this occurred in PA, it will depend on a number of factors. There are cases recognizing that an employer can be held liable for a heart...

Can I fight my employers decision to not accommodate my lifting restriction?

Yeah, have to answer that with a maybe. If you don't do any lifting, it is hard to imagine the justification. If the job description says you do...

Non-compete clause - Current employer in PA & new employer in CA (although I will still be based in PA & travelling to clients)

As has been indicated above, these cases are very fact sensitive. It depends on whether or not that clause is valid and enforceable. It depends on...

My Aunt is diabetic and has heart failure and high blood pressure is only 50. She was let go from a job two years ago for it

So there are many issues here. Yes, at 50 years of age, she should have a good shot at getting SSD with what you have described. I would...

Do I testify at a settlement hearing in my workers compensation case

Yes, as many have already indicated, you need to satisfy the Judge that you understand the agreement. That is easier to do if they know you have...