Can you file a federal discrimination case in Pennsylvania?

Because Pennsylvania’s state anti-discrimination statute does not permit the punitive damages (damages intended to punish the employer) allowed under federal law, and does not allow for a trial by jury, many Pennsylvania attorneys choose to file employment discrimination cases in federal court.

Why is discrimination a problem in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?

Such discrimination foments domestic strife and unrest, threatens the rights and privileges of the inhabitants of the Commonwealth, and undermines the foundations of a free democratic state.

What kind of laws are there in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania Labor and Employment Law. The rights of employees in Pennsylvania are protected by a number of laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). Possible violations of Pennsylvania employment labor law include wrongful termination, retaliation and discrimination.

Are there any labor law violations in Pennsylvania?

Possible violations of Pennsylvania employment labor law include wrongful termination, retaliation and discrimination. Send your Pennsylvania Employment Law claim to a lawyer who will review your claim at NO COST or obligation.

When to file a discrimination complaint in PA?

The Pennsylvania anti-discrimination statute covers some smaller employers not covered by federal law. Therefore, if your workplace has between 4 and 14 employees, you should file with the PHRC, as the EEOC enforces federal law which covers only employers with 15 or more employees.

Such discrimination foments domestic strife and unrest, threatens the rights and privileges of the inhabitants of the Commonwealth, and undermines the foundations of a free democratic state.

Who is protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act?

(f) The term “Commission” means the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission created by this act. (g) The term “discriminate” includes segregate. (h) The term “age” includes any person forty years of age or older and shall also include any other person so protected by further amendment to the Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act.

Are there any Supreme Court decisions on employment discrimination?

Below is a list of U.S. Supreme Court cases involving employees’ rights and employment discrimination, including links to the full text of the U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Thank you for subscribing! The email address cannot be subscribed.