Starting January 1, 2024, Illinois employers will be required to provide notices via email or conspicuous posting on the employer’s website or intranet site to employees who do not regularly report to the physical workplace. For employers that plan on …
The Family Bereavement Leave Act (FBLA) entitles eligible employees to up to 2 weeks (10 workdays) of unpaid bereavement leave time following: the death of a covered family member, stillbirth, miscarriage, unsuccessful reproductive procedure, failed adoption match or unfinalized adoption …
In March 2023, Governor JB Pritzker signed SB208, also known as the Paid Leave for All Workers Act into law. Coming into effect on January 1, 2024, the Act provides employees with up to 40 hours of paid leave …
It is important for employers to consider their company’s policies and practices when it comes to sexual harassment. Below is an overview of the legal definitions and requirements for employers regarding sexual harassment in the workplace.
When entering a business relationship with a new customer, having shared expectations is important for preventing future conflict between parties. Below is an overview of product and services agreements and their benefits.
Product …
The One Day Rest In Seven Act (“ODRISA”) sets requirements for employers regarding days of rest and breaks during work shifts for employees. On May 13, 2022, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed into law amendments to ODRISA.
These amendments came …
One of the many advantages of forming a corporation, LLP, or LLC is limited liability. Limited liability means that debt collectors cannot seize a business owner’s personal assets to repay the company’s debt obligations. “Piercing the corporate veil” refers to …
On August 13, 2021, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed into law several amendments to the Illinois Freedom to Work Act (“Act”). The amendments limit when employers may use non-competition and non-solicitation agreements with their employees. The changes become effective January …
