Longview Fibre has agreed to settle a charge of disability discrimination for $175,000 according the EEOC. An article about the case appears here. According to published reports, the company rescinded a job offer made to the claimant, Scott Harshbarger, after he suffered a spinal injury that required pain medication, even though the condition did not affect his ability to work. In addition to the financial payment, Longview FIbre also will train managers and employees on disability discrimination and give reports to the EEOC for two years on the handling of discrimination complaints.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s March 2026 Employment & Labor Law Cases
Summary of March 2026 Labor Law Updates for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania March 2026 brought several notable labor and employment developments relevant to Pennsylvania employees, HR professionals, and business leaders. This roundup from HKM Employment Attorneys highlights significant court rulings, restrictive covenant litigation, and broader workplace-rights developments affecting Pennsylvania workplaces. March 2026
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