Summary of June 2025’s Labor Law Cases in Philadelphia, PA
Welcome to the June 2025 edition of our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania labor law roundup, brought to you by HKM Employment Attorneys. This monthly blog provides HR professionals, employees, and compliance leaders with essential updates on court decisions, legislation, and agency activity impacting workplace rights across the state.
As Pennsylvania considers major changes to long-standing employment contract norms, it’s critical for both employers and employees to stay informed. If you have questions about how these developments could impact your rights or your business, contact HKM Employment Attorneys for experienced legal guidance.
Pennsylvania Legislature Passes Bill to Ban Non-Compete Agreements — Legislation
Date: June 5, 2025
Summary:
On June 5, 2025, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed legislation that would ban most non-compete agreements statewide. The bill (House Bill 1035) prohibits employers from requiring non-compete clauses in employment contracts for most workers, with limited exceptions for executive or managerial personnel, sale of business agreements, and those with significant proprietary information access. The bill received bipartisan support and now awaits Governor Josh Shapiro’s signature.
Implications:
If signed into law, this legislation would significantly alter how employers in Pennsylvania structure employment contracts. The bill is especially relevant to industries like tech, healthcare, and service sectors where non-compete clauses have historically limited worker mobility. Employers should prepare to revise restrictive covenant policies and employment agreements accordingly.
Conclusion: Looking back on Philadelphia, PA Labor Law Updates in June 2025
With Pennsylvania courts continuing to clarify rights around wage-and-hour, discrimination, severance and contract disputes, and hostile work environments, having expert local counsel is vital. At HKM Employment Attorneys in Philadelphia, our dedicated team—including Brian Benestad, Amy Mathieu, and Stephanie Solomon—handles everything from breach of contract, data breach, and wrongful termination to FMLA/ADA accommodations, federal employee appeals, ethics investigations, wage disputes, and hostile workplace claims. We provide clear guidance, personalized support, and no‑fee‑unless‑we‑win advocacy. If recent developments in Philadelphia’s courts hit close to home, contact our Philadelphia office to explore how we can help enforce your rights and pursue justice.
