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Lady Gaga's personal assistant has filed a lawsuit against the singer, claiming she was not paid for 7,168 hours of work — amounting to $393,000, plus damages.
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Lady Gaga's personal assistant has filed a lawsuit against the singer, claiming she was not paid for 7,168 hours of work — amounting to $393,000, plus damages.
If the Baltimore Ravens didn't choose a cheerleader because of her weight, which they deny, would it be illegal?
I hear it more and more often from my patients…the work place is becoming harder and harder to tolerate - but what choice do they have?
All employers - small and large - want graduates who have had some exposure to budgets. Business 101 is vital for college students' futures.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has recently released its statistics on the claims made in 2012. How much money did employers have to pay?
One recent trend in employee benefits is that of employers who allow employees to buy or sell their vacation time. That's right. You can pay your boss not to have to come to work.
Look through the nursing help-wanteds and you'll see many want experience, often two years or more.
Given it is part of the public record, does anyone or any website have free reign over the use of your mug shot? An Ohio lawyer is suing to prove otherwise.
How do you know if the guy who's working for you - your lawn service or the woman cleaning your house is your employee or your independent contractor?
Unless you have an employment contract for a set term or are party to a collective bargaining agreement, you are what's known as an employee at will. That means that you can be terminated at any time for any reason - just not a discriminatory reason.
There is no law that specifically protects people against their employer's job decisions based on their excess weight.
Restroom breaks are covered by both labor laws, which talk about the length, timing, and payment for breaks and occupational safety and health regulations.
Offices value not just skill but also "corporate fit" - someone who fits in. But what does an office do with a worker who has Asperger's syndrome?
If you left a job but now want back in, or if you were laid off but hear of job openings at your old company, what should and what should you NOT do?
Anyone who has been fired has faced emotional distress. But when can you file a claim against your former employer for intentional infliction of emotional distress?
Obviously, do not lie on a resume. If you give yourself fake degrees or fake former jobs you are asking for trouble but there are also some less obvious mistakes to avoid.
At the original Mart Pretzel Bakery in Cinnaminson, five employees who make pretzels in several sizes and flavors make more than New Jersey's minimum wage of $7.25 an hour. Most start around $8 an hour says Shaughnessy Fraser, whose family owns the business.
What do you think is the leading cause of absenteeism in this country? The answer, according to research from the National Institute of Mental Health is depression.
Employees can be disciplined for issues that affect their coworkers even if it's not related to the tasks they perform. So body odor , cigarette stench or too-heavy perfume could get you fired.
Does a company have a right to fire a probationary employee for any reason in the first three months? Many companies think so.
Mitt Romney and Bain Capital purchased a factory in China that took on the demand from outsourcing from other US companies. So they profited by increasing profits from companies they owned by shipping jobs overseas and they profited from other companies shipping jobs overseas by doing the work that used to be done in cities and towns across America.
We've all heard of illegal firing, but what's illegal hiring?
On Monday, the Treasury Department sold 553,846,153 shares in AIG on Monday, turning an $18 billion profit on the $32.50 a share price.
A company doesn't have to hire an applicant BECAUSE she's pregnant - she doesn't have to be treated better than any other applicant. But it can't treat her worse, either.
If you have been laid off through no fault of your own, by law how much severance does an employer need to pay?
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
Tatsuya Imai is the latest Japanese baseball star set to make the jump to MLB. Could the Philadelphia Phillies sign him?
Allentown police hope the vandalism case that temporarily shut down Lights in the Parkway will be resolved soon.
Temperatures climb back up into the 50s this week, but not before another cold start Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Carl Grundstrom and Bobby Brink scored in the final minute of the first and second period, respectively, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
Tatsuya Imai is the latest Japanese baseball star set to make the jump to MLB. Could the Philadelphia Phillies sign him?
Allentown police hope the vandalism case that temporarily shut down Lights in the Parkway will be resolved soon.
Temperatures climb back up into the 50s this week, but not before another cold start Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Carl Grundstrom and Bobby Brink scored in the final minute of the first and second period, respectively, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Allentown police hope the vandalism case that temporarily shut down Lights in the Parkway will be resolved soon.
A person was taken into custody in connection with a hit-and-run crash in North Philadelphia that killed a passenger inside an Uber, police said.
JD Vance held an event in the Lehigh Valley Tuesday, where he aimed to address affordability concerns one week after President Trump visited the Poconos.
The New Leash on Life program aims to help inmates reacclimate into society after serving time behind bars.
Cradles to Crayons Philadelphia is collecting new and gently used coats for its Gear Up for Winter initiative.
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Ten people were taken to the hospital after a crash involving a school bus in Moorestown Township Tuesday afternoon, officials say.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
Davenport currently serves as the first assistant attorney general, a position she previously held from 2018-2020. She also worked as the acting attorney general's principal law enforcement advisor.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
A stomach bug sickened several students at a Camden County elementary school, the health department announced Friday.
Experts say the holiday season is prime for contagious illnesses to spread in crowded places like malls, airports and holiday parties.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
The southbound lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike in Mount Laurel were closed for a while after a crash that injured six people.
SMART Local 1594, which represents more than 300 bus, train and trolley operators, reached a tentative deal with SEPTA after the union authorized a strike last month.
Tatsuya Imai is the latest Japanese baseball star set to make the jump to MLB. Could the Philadelphia Phillies sign him?
Carl Grundstrom and Bobby Brink scored in the final minute of the first and second period, respectively, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Ryan Quigley, a survivor of a New Orleans truck attack, has been honored by the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Phillies appear intent on giving prospect Justin Crawford the opportunity to be part of their starting outfield in 2026.
FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Philadelphia will ring in the new year with LL Cool J, DJ Jazzy Jeff and other musical acts in front of the Art Museum on New Year's Eve.
Zarwin Baum hosted a Philadelphia Eagles tailgate benefiting the Easter Seals.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Time is running out to get your holiday gifts ordered and delivered on time! CBS News Philadelphia's Jan Carabeo has a look at the dates and deadlines to keep in mind so you don't get stuck with extra fees.
For much of his career at CBS News Philadelphia, Jim Donovan worked to help viewers fight scams, get the best bang for their buck, and know their rights as consumers. He sat down with In Your Corner's Josh Sidorowicz to talk about some of his craziest stories and why consumer reporting became his calling.
The Philadelphia area will see some sun and closer to normal temperatures Wednesday. Warmer temps stick around Thursday, before our NEXT big weather change brings rain, gusty winds and cooler air to the region on Friday.
A building collapsed into a pile of rubble Wednesday morning during a fire in Camden, New Jersey. The fire broke out at a building on 6th Street and Carl Miller Boulevard, but officials have not yet said what started the blaze.
A person was taken into custody Tuesday in connection with a hit-and-run crash in North Philadelphia that killed a passenger inside an Uber, police said.