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...
Losing a job is always stressful, but losing one for the wrong reason can feel like a personal injustice. Illinois is an at-will state, which means an employer can fire you for almost any reason—or even no reason at all. However, there are specific lines that...
Illinois workplaces rely on employees to speak up when they see conduct that crosses legal boundaries. You may hesitate to report sexual harassment when it does not target you directly, but Illinois and federal laws protect you when you act in good faith. Why...
It’s not always easy to recognize workplace discrimination. Some situations, such as racial slurs or refusing to hire someone because of their age, are blatant and easier to address. Still, there are other, more subtle behaviors that employees experience every day...
If you have an employment agreement or other contract, then you should read it to see how much notice you are required to give. To leave sooner than may be considered a breach of your contract. What if you are an at-will employee? They can fire you without warning, so...
Wrongful terminations occur when businesses fire professionals for unlawful or inappropriate reasons. Workers targeted for termination on an individual basis may recognize when a firing is likely retaliatory or discriminatory. If their employer has previously...
Employees with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodations that enable them to perform their jobs effectively. This right is protected under federal and Illinois law. Employers are legally obligated to engage in a good-faith process to identify and...
When starting a new job, it is easy to focus on salary and the excitement of a fresh opportunity. However, the employment contract you sign plays a major role in shaping your rights, responsibilities and long-term relationship with the employer. An employment contract...
Illinois is an at-will employment state; however, that doesn’t mean that all terminations are lawful. It’s still possible for wrongful termination to occur in certain cases. A termination is considered illegal if it violates anti-discrimination laws, employment...