Although statutes of limitation vary by state (Pennsylvania will be the focus of this piece), you may not be aware of the fact that your business is limited by time in the pursuit of payment on delinquent accounts. Though debt collection can be a frustrating aspect of running a business, it is important to be…
Fair Debt Collection According to the FTC (Federal Trade Commission)
Whether you run a small or a large business, you’re likely familiar with the difficulties that can be associated with payment collection. From long delays to complete avoidance, accounts receivables lists can grow quickly and have a negative impact on your operations, budget and projections. However, there are legal actions you can take to collect…
FAILURE OF EMPLOYER TO PAY WAGES ON TIME RESULTS IN UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION BENEFITS FOR EMPLOYEE
A recent case decided by the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania determined that an employee was eligible for unemployment where she quit her job for failure of her employer to pay wages. In the case of Shupp v. U.C.B.R., No. 1933 C.D. 2010 (April 21, 2011), the employee worked as a paralegal for an attorney for…