Markowitz & Richman

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Has there been some discussion about exactly how long your medical condition will preclude you from earning a living? Generally, your condition must be expected to last for at least a year before you’ll be able to qualify for social security disability benefits.

In some cases, the way your employer went about terminating you could be grounds for wrongful termination. For instance, they may be able to fire you without cause, but they are not allowed to lie about your character in order to justify it.

One of the most common ways in which paternity is legally established is through DNA testing (usually when one party is contesting the paternity allegations). If neither party objects, paternity can also be established by placing the father’s name on the child’s birth certificate.