MKO Employment Law LLC

MKO Employment Law LLC Employment Law Firm & Wrongful Termination Law Firm

04/24/2023

Hostile Work Environment Lawyers in Pittsburgh, PA - Who We Represent, Examples, and 40 Signs You Might Be in a Hostile Work Environment

04/10/2023

MKO's Pittsburgh Employment Lawyers are dedicated to representing employees, focusing on Employment Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, FMLA, and Unemployment.

04/03/2023

MKO's Pittsburgh Employment Lawyers are dedicated to representing employees, focusing on Employment Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, FMLA, and Unemployment.

03/27/2023

MKO's Pittsburgh Employment Lawyers are dedicated to representing employees, focusing on Employment Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, FMLA, and Unemployment.

03/20/2023

MKO's Pittsburgh Employment Lawyers are dedicated to representing employees, focusing on Employment Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, FMLA, and Unemployment.

03/13/2023

MKO's Pittsburgh Employment Lawyers are dedicated to representing employees, focusing on Employment Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, FMLA, and Unemployment.

03/06/2023

Denial to Victory: The Ultimate Guide to Winning Your Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation Appeal

02/28/2023

Denial to Victory: The Ultimate Guide to Winning Your Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation Appeal

Willful Misconduct UnemploymentBeing terminated from your job does not necessarily disqualify you from collecting unempl...
02/21/2023

Willful Misconduct Unemployment

Being terminated from your job does not necessarily disqualify you from collecting unemployment benefits. You can still apply and be found eligible for benefits as long as you were not terminated for willful misconduct.

Pennsylvania defines “willful misconduct” as “an act of wanton or willful disregard of the employer’s interests, the deliberate violation of rules, the disregard of standards of behavior that an employer can rightfully expect from an employee, or negligence that manifests culpability, wrongful intent, evil design, or intentional and substantial disregard of the employer’s interests or of the employee’s duties and obligations.”

If your employer is claiming that you were terminated because of willful misconduct, the burden falls on them to prove you engaged in willful misconduct by way of documented evidence or testimony. While this may be your first time fighting for unemployment benefits, this will likely not be your former employer’s first dealing with the system. They will almost certainly have their own lawyer or legal team to help them prepare evidence and testimony against you. Having your own attorney to prepare you and represent you at the hearing is the only way to level the playing field.

An experienced employment law attorney will be able to make sure you are properly prepared at the hearing. They will know all important deadlines that need to be met. They will understand what claims your former employer may try to bring against you and they will be able to determine what if any kind of claims you may have against your former employer.

The attorneys at MKO have represented hundreds of clients at unemployment hearings and have helped hundreds of clients get the benefits they deserved. Our attorneys are available 7 days a week for a free consultation by phone or online chat. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have been denied unemployment benefits to which you believe you are entitled. You don’t have to fight alone, let us help you win! Call 412-301-2700.

Why Choose MKO Employment Law?Contingency RepresentationContingency Legal Representation is where you do not have to pay...
02/14/2023

Why Choose MKO Employment Law?

Contingency Representation

Contingency Legal Representation is where you do not have to pay your lawyer up front. This is fantastic if you are offered this option. Lawyers and litigation costs are incredibly expensive if you pay hourly. With contingency representation, you are not faced with large legal bills and expenses that are daunting and causes slow downs while waiting for a retainer to be replenished. Further, when you’re offering to pay anyone up front and hourly, it seems they’ll take almost any case – so long as they are getting paid. Funny how that works. Here’s how we help:

People can afford an attorney. – Without the benefit of contingency, it would be very difficult for a person who was recently separated from their job to afford an employment lawyer.
MKO only gets paid if there is a recovery. – We put our money where our mouth is, if we don’t get a recovery, you don’t owe legal fees and costs.
Contingency representation says something about your case. – Considering MKO only will get paid if there is a recovery, you can assume we like to cases that we believe have merit.
Helps people can move on with their lives – Instead of racking up debt to pay for legal help, our contingency representation lets you move on with your life as we deal with the legal stuff. This is exactly what MKO stands for, “Providing you a path forward in your life, career, and recovering the compensation you deserve.™”

Unemployment Due to Lack of WorkEmployers and employees alike all over the country are being faced with a lack of work. ...
02/07/2023

Unemployment Due to Lack of Work

Employers and employees alike all over the country are being faced with a lack of work. Unemployment benefits are available during these times to help cushion the financial blow of losing your job. If you’ve been laid off or had your hours cut due to a lack of work, you will most likely qualify for unemployment benefits.

In Pennsylvania, unemployment benefits eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must meet the following requirements in order to be found eligible:

1) Your past earnings must meet certain minimum thresholds
2) You must be unemployed through no fault of your own
3) You must be available for work and actively seeking employment

In order to determine your financial eligibility, the state will look at your recent work history and earnings during a one-year “base period.” In PA, the base period is the earliest four complete calendar quarters before you initially filed your claim. During this base period, you must have earned at least $116 per week during the last 18 weeks, you must have earned at least $1,688 during the highest quarter, and you must have earned at least $4,391 in total wages, to qualify for benefits.

After you’ve applied, both you and your former employer will receive a notice of determination regarding your eligibility and will each have 15 days to appeal the determination. If your employer is appealing your eligibility, it is highly recommended you consult an experienced employment attorney. Your former employer will likely have their own lawyer or legal team to help them gather evidence and prepare testimony to support their claims against you at the Referee hearing. Having your own attorney will help level the playing field and give you the best chance of winning.

Don’t hesitate to reach out now if you’ve been denied benefits or if your employer has appealed your eligibility. Let us help you get the benefits to which you are entitled! Call 412-301-2700.

Why Choose MKO Employment Law?Practical Advice From Seasoned ProfessionalsMKO strongly believes that every situation is ...
01/31/2023

Why Choose MKO Employment Law?

Practical Advice From Seasoned Professionals

MKO strongly believes that every situation is distinctly unique and therefore we must endeavor to find the right solution for that particular issue. Because we are a boutique employment law firm, we strive to find unique and innovation solutions for our clients in every circumstance. We take action when necessary, put together deals when possible, and work with our clients so we can be creative and find smart solutions instead of needless litigation. We want to protect your interests now and in the future.

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