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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor rolled out a sweeping series of actions this past week, directing tens of millions of dollars toward enforcing labor standards abroad, tightening …
Labor Department Unleashes Millions to Police Trade, Pensions, Safety and Veterans Aid Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has announced the resolution of a significant labor law violation case, securing judgments totaling $74,249.66 against Warm Hearts Home …
Pennsylvania Secures $74,000 Judgment Against Home Care Agency Over Wage Theft Read More
LEBANON, PA — In a critical enforcement of labor laws, the U.S. Department of Labor has successfully secured a summary judgment in federal court to recover over $1 million in …
Court Ruling Secures $1 Million in Back Wages for Pennsylvania Home Care Workers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — This week, Senator Vincent Hughes announced plans to introduce new legislation aimed at strengthening public sector unions in Pennsylvania. The proposed law, known as the Public Employer …
New Legislation Aims to Bolster Public Sector Unions in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As summer break approaches and teenagers seek employment opportunities, Secretary Nancy A. Walker of the Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) reminds Pennsylvanians about the protections offered …
Pennsylvania’s Child Labor Act: Protecting Young Workers This Summer Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Senate Labor and Industry Committee voted on Wednesday to advance Senate Bill 841. Sponsored by Senator Christine Tartaglione (D-2) and Frank Farry (R-6), the bill …
Pennsylvania Senate Moves Forward with Bill to Enhance Worker Rights on Prevailing Wage Projects Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 98, also known as the Equal Pay Law, aimed at expanding protections against wage discrimination based on …
Pennsylvania House Passes Equal Pay Law to Combat Wage Discrimination Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move toward addressing wage disparities in the workplace, the Pennsylvania House Labor and Industry Committee approved a bill on Tuesday that seeks to expand …
Pennsylvania House Committee Advances Bill to Strengthen Equal Pay Protections Read More