Markowitz & Richman

03/27/2018

Severance pay is provided when an employee is laid off, released from employment, or mutually agrees to part ways.

Why might an employer want to pay severance in a layoff situation? Find out about severance and see why you may want to offer it to departing employees.

03/22/2018

A complicated workers' comp case needs a lawyer where as a simple claim may not. Let our team help you decide!

03/20/2018

Do you know what estate planning entails? It's a lot more than just a will (although that is a part of it).

The collection of preparation tasks that serve to manage an individual's asset base in the event of their incapacitation or death, including the bequest of assets to heirs and the settlement of estate taxes. Most estate plans are set up with the help of an attorney experienced in estate law.

03/15/2018

For over 40 years, Markowitz & Richman have focused on labor and employment law. Call: 610-820-9531.

Markowitz & Richman has been a family-owned law firm in Allentown, Pennsylvania, since 1977. Give our law firm a call today at (610) 820-9531.

06/06/2017

We can handle all the paper work for our clients, attend to costs and providing medical records to the Social Security Administration, and we will work to get benefits awarded as soon as possible rather than drag out cases to earn more fees.

06/01/2017

Did you know that in the U.S., it’s illegal to discriminate against women for being pregnant with respect to firings, layoffs, and the like? This is part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and makes a strong case for a wrongful termination suit.

05/30/2017

When you want to adopt a baby, it’s always a good idea to involve a family attorney to ensure that you’re following the very letter of the law. Working with an experienced attorney in the beginning can help you to avoid legal issues as the child gets older.

05/25/2017

Unfortunately, even amicable divorce proceedings can quickly sour. Whether there’s a dispute over spousal support or the division of assets, we’re always here to help you fight for a more equitable outcome for all parties involved.

05/23/2017

If you need to terminate an employee due to certain violations of company policies or because of poor performances, then an employment law attorney can help. He or she can help to ensure that all actions are taken within the limits of the law to protect you from later retribution.

05/18/2017

Did you know that by properly planning your estate, you can avoid your surviving children having their money taken away by your creditors and or any pending lawsuits? The bottom line is, improper estate planning leaves assets vulnerable to lawsuits and creditors.

05/16/2017

One of the most trying of circumstances is being called to jury duty just after you have started a new job. If this happens, meet your civic obligation. Employers are not permitted to fire or alter the job responsibilities of any employee because of jury duty.

05/11/2017

Why would I want to pay severance to departing workers? Particularly in a layoff situation, severance pay can help to ease hard feelings somewhat. Studies show that workers that receive severance pay are less likely to sue their employers for wrongful termination.