Mandatory training is common in many workplaces, but Illinois law has strict limits on when that time can be unpaid. The Illinois Minimum Wage Law defines “hours worked” more broadly than federal law and does not adopt the same federal exclusions for pre-and-post work...
Your employer may have a reason for taking money from your paycheck, but it does not necessarily make the deduction legal. The law in Illinois places limits on when an employer can deduct wages you’ve already earned, and it’s important to understand your rights. Not...
Working hard is generally a feature of having a job, but regularly giving your employer time without proper compensation is another matter. If something about your paycheck or work hours consistently seems wrong, it may be worth looking more closely with the help of a...
Illinois employers are required to follow very specific laws when it comes to how pay periods and paychecks are handled. These rules are outlined in the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act, which sets minimum standards for the frequency and timing of employee...
Wage theft is more common than people realize. Employers may steal income from their employees for months or years without many employees ever noticing. Employees should know how to spot wage theft to reclaim their rightful pay. Here are some common types of wage...
Unfortunately, some employers misclassify their employees. While this can be a genuine mistake, it is possible for companies to intentionally underpay you. If you are facing this, you may seek legal protection. Understanding employment and wage laws in Illinois is...
Different companies have different practices for tracking the amount of time their employees work and the amount of pay owed to their employees. Many organizations use digital software that helps them pay their workers accurately down to the second. Other companies...
Illinois has a law called the One Day Rest in Seven Act (ODRISA) that has been in effect since the beginning of 2023. As the name suggests, it requires employers to give workers at least one 24-hour period off every seven calendar days. The purpose is to ensure that...
Off-the-clock work refers to any time you spend on job-related tasks outside of your official working hours without compensation. It could be checking emails after work, answering job-related calls or completing tasks from home. As an employee in Illinois, it’s...
American employment laws are more stringent than ever, with lawmakers understanding the need for worker protection. Unfortunately, some employers continue to violate the rights of workers by underpaying them. Wage theft is a serious issue that can impact your...