While modern workplaces generally try to be as inclusive as possible. Workplace discrimination is still a significant issue throughout the country. Discrimination can take numerous forms. An employee may face verbal abuse each day because of their skin color,...
Paid leave for employees is still not common throughout the U.S. Illinois, however, is taking a significant step forward – at least it will in about a year. A bill that has passed both houses of the state legislature and that Gov. J.D. Pritzker has committed to...
Employment contracts protect employers and employees. They provide clarity to both parties and outline their responsibilities. Further, they have conflict resolution strategies to be applied should a misunderstanding occur. It is essential to understand an agreement...
Illinois is an at-will employment state. Essentially, this means that employees can be terminated, or leave their position, at any time. Nonetheless, there are some exceptions to this. If an employer terminates the contract of their worker for unlawful reasons, this...
Technically, Illinois is an at-will employment state. This means that workers can essentially be let go at any time. However, there are some exceptions to this. Employees cannot be fired for discriminatory reasons relating to protected characteristics such as race,...
New Round of Legal Proceedings in Illinois Police Whistleblower Lawsuit Posted on: April 28th, 2016 by lmsxpect3 Attorneys for former Decatur Police Chief Brad Sweeney said they will file a new, amended complaint against the city of Decatur after a judge overseeing the case dismissed the claim. Sweeney’s suit claims he was fired after confronting the City Manager, Tim Gleason, about…
Many businesses have moved fully online. This can be great for many employees who find it comfortable and easy to work from home. Not only does this save on gas and allow employees to enjoy their time working but, for some people, it creates a safe work environment –...
Remote workers are no longer new to the business world or to the governmental powers that assess taxes based on the location of the employee, or the location of the employer. At this juncture, governmental authorities are moving slowly and many wonder if, within the US, the state governments will come together to form some sort of structure that applies…
As a woman, you might believe that rising up the ranks will spare you from sexual harassment once and for all. Sadly, research shows this is wrong. It found that female bosses, CEOs and senior managers face much more harassment than lower-ranked employees. Why is...
Changes to the Public Act 102-0562 (PRRA) became part of the law at the beginning of January 2022. These changes hold employers responsible for breaches of disclosure regarding employee disciplinary reports. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Employers Must Give Written Notice Without a signed waiver during the application process, the employer and even past employers must provide the…