Nearly 200 new Illinois laws took effect at the beginning of 2017, and there are a number of them that apply to employment. There are five in particular that employees and employers should understand. There are a number of federal laws that are important to review as well. With so many new laws , it would be wise to take some time reviewing a comprehensive list of Federal and Illinois laws. Labor lawyers can also help answer questions and concerns if any of these laws are unclear or for those … [Read more...]

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently released new guidance on enforcement actions against national origin discrimination because it can take multiple forms, and it is important for workers to recognize it when it happens so that they can assert their rights. The EEOC provided examples of discrimination based on national origin so that employers could understand what types of actions are prohibited and which the EEOC is likely to pursue. When national origin discrimination occurs, … [Read more...]

Employees in Illinois will start 2017 with many new protections covering their employment. These protections will increase their competitiveness and safety within the workforce. Among these changes, the following are the most significant amendments to be aware of: Sick Leave Changes to the law now allow employees to use sick leave benefits (if their employer provides those benefits) to take care of themselves and their family. Employees can use sick leave to care for biological or … [Read more...]