Daniel F Thornton

Daniel F Thornton

October 25, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

What Pennsylvania Employers Need to Know About Whistleblower Protections  

Recognizing that corporate whistleblowers play an important societal role in publicizing potential wrongdoing, our state and federal governments have taken strong measures to encourage conscientious employees to come forward without fear of retaliation.

By Carolyn H. Kendall and Daniel F. Thornton

13 minute read

August 12, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

Short-Sighted Sainthood: Defense Fails to Beat Bill O'Reilly Shrine Case

In today's workplace, managers are well-advised not to treat Bill O'Reilly as a household deity. One would think this goes without saying, but…

By Sid Steinberg and Daniel F. Thornton

5 minute read

May 06, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

Perception Turns to Harsh Reality as Gender Stereotyping Claim Heads to Jury

Sex discrimination is broader than many realize, extending even to the interplay between an employee's appearance and gender stereotypes.

By Sid Steinberg and Daniel F. Thornton

7 minute read

March 11, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

No Evidence Causes Part-Time Police Officer's Discrimination Claims to Fizzle

Without evidence, even the most compelling argument cannot carry the day. This and other themes were recently addressed in Harrell v. Solebury Township.

By Sid Steinberg and Daniel F. Thornton

6 minute read