Job Related Stress in Pennsylvania - What To Do?

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At the Gallagher Law Group, we represent only employees with workplace rights issues. Call 610-647-5027, e-mail me directly or send an e-mail inquiry via the "Fill Out My Form" box to the upper right of this page. We will respond promptly with an analysis of your situation, and discuss potential options going forward at no cost to you.

If you need an Experienced Labor Lawyer to help you assert your rights under state and federal laws, John A. Gallagher has been practicing Employment Law in Pennsylvania since 1991. You may also visit our Website at http://www.johnagallagher.com/.

You may have heard about Steve Slater, the JetBlue Floight Attendant who suddenly quit his job in a furor, grabbed two beers and exiting the plane via the emrgency chute.  Don't we all want to do that from time to time?!!! 

However, you cannot get unemployment if you quit a job because a boss or co-worker is simply being rude or verbally abusive (unless it is really extreme and you first complain to managemnet and give the company a chance to sort things out, and even then it is risky). 

So, if you quit like Steve Slater, you leave only with your "princiople" and your "dignity."  But, you can't eat principle and dignity, and it won't pay the bills.  Then, left with nothing but principle and dignity, and no unemployment benefits to boot, you are in deep trouble.

That leads some people, like Steve Slater, to beg for their jobs back after they let their "principles" and "dignity" run amuck.  Not surprisingly, JetBlue is not interested in rehiring him and, despite his celebrity status, no airlines are lining up to do so either!!  And the woman who Facebooked Steve and told him "I've got your back!"?  Despite her initial support, she has not found him a job, paid his mortgage, grocery bill, car payment, etc. 

TAKE MEDICAL LEAVE FOR STRESS BEFORE QUITING A JOB

Give yourself a chance, take FMLA leave for a few weeks or so before quitting your job [To determine if you are qualified for FMLA leave, enter "FMLA" in the Search Bar on this Blog and apply the rules to your situation].  It is unpaid, but you are guaranteed your job back when you return, and you can use your vacation time to keep the money coming in.  With a good doctor, you can even get Short-Term Disability benefits to keep you afloat while recharging your batteries.

SPEAK WITH AN EMPLOYMENT LAWYER BEFORE YOU QUIT YOUR JOB DUE TO STRESS

Nearly all of us all have job related stress, rude bosses and co-workers, too much work and too little time, unrealistic expectations, personality conflicts, favoritism....

However, the courts consider such interactions and realities normal, and one cannot bring a lawsuit for a hostile work environment just because we are treated rudely or unfairly. The only exceptions to that rule, or I should say the most common exceptions, are where an employee can prove that he/she is being treated poorly or differently because of his/her age, sex, race, national origin, religion, disability, or in retaliation for seeking rights under state and federal laws governing things such as family leave, overtime or workers compensation benefits.

Employment Law Firm Helping Residents of Delaware County, Montgomery County and Chester County, Pennsylvania Who Are Experiencing a Hostile Work Environment

There are better ways to quit a job than doing what Steve Slater did. In fact, there are effective legal strategies you can employee to require your employer to address your legitimate work-related, stress-inducing issues. If you employ such strategies, and things still do not improve, than you may be able to quit your job and get unemployment benefits. We routinely help people who are under significant job-related stress. Call today and schedule an appointment if you would like to learn some effective legal coping mechanisms.

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I Need a Reasonable Accommodation in Pennsylvania - What Can I Do?

Philadelphia Area Reasonable Accommodation Law Firm

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Recently, we talked about Family and Medical Leave, which provides you with 12 weeks of unpaid leave and job security. Another law, the Americans With Disabilities Act, also protects people with serious health conditions. It does not authorize a long term leave, however. It does require that that Pennsylvania companies make reasonable accommodations so that you may continue to do your job.

What is a Reasonable Accommodation?

There are many, such as purchasing equipment (bigger computer screen, office equipment, warehouse equipment, etc.), moderate alterations of work schedules or work locations, short term leave for medical appointments or recovery from illness. The key is that 1) you must specifically request a reasonable accommodation; 2) you will probably need to provide medical certification that the accommodation is necessary; and, 3) the accommodation must enable you to perform your job. The ADA does not require an employer to transfer you to another position; it requires employers to work with you, upon your request, to come up with a reasonable solution that will permit you to do your current job.

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Companies are not always willing to offer a reasonable accommodation. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, you will want to strongly consider retaining an attorney. If you live in the Philadelphia area, and need legal advice on reasonable accommodations, call us today. We will discuss the matter with you and discuss your options at no cost.

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Job Stress? How the Family and Medical Leave Act Can Help

The Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) protects employees who work more than 25 hours per week for companies that have more than 50 employees. To be eligible for FMLA Leave, you must have worked for the company for at least 12 months.

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Under FMLA, you are entitled to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year  for your own serious health condition, a close family member’s serious health condition, if you are in the late stages of pregnancy or to care for a newborn child (whether you are the mother or the father). Although FMLA leave is unpaid, you are virtually guaranteed full job reinstatement upon your return to the company.

FMLA leave may be the most effective tool I know to combat work-related stress.  If a physician will certify that your condition requires you to take some time off of work, then you are eligible for FMLA leave with a right to full job reinstatement.  Once on FMLA leave for your own serious health condition, you may apply for short term disability benefits.  Also, you can take your vacation pay and sick pay to help you deal with the financial impact of unpaid FMLA leave.

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If you are injured at work, in an accident or dealing with your own ongoing medical issue, or that of your spouse or child, you may be eligible for Family Leave. While the leave is unpaid, you can supplement your income via disability pay or other job-related benefits.  While you are away, the company will have to deal with the stress of your absence, while you may enjoy some quiet time at home to recharge your batteries, and consider your future employment options.

Questions? Call 610-647-5027 or e-mail me directly.  We will respond promptly with an analysis of your situation, and discuss potential options going forward at no cost to you.  You can also check out our Website at http://www.johnagallagher.com/.

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Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer in Philadelphia Area

Is it Legal to Fire me Because I am Pregnant?

In Pennsylvania, it is illegal to fire you because you are pregnant.

Call 610-647-5027, e-mail me directly or send an e-mail inquiry via the "Fill Out My Form" box to the upper right of this page. We will respond promptly with an analysis of your situation, and discuss potential options going forward.

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It is wrong and illegal to fire you, demote you, discipline you, fail to promote you or fail to pay you the same as men or women who are not in their child-bearing years simply because you are pregnant.  It is also illegal for a company not to hire you because you are pregnant.

Pennsylvania law and Federal law make such discrimination highly unlawful, and companies that do this can be hit for lost wages, punitive dames and your attorney fees.

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If you believe this is happening to you, please contact us today for a free telephone consultation.  We can help you get Pennsylvania unemployment benefits if you are forced to quit or fired because you are pregnant.  The, if the claim has merit, we will sue on your behalf for full compensation.

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