Remote Work as a Reasonable Accommodation: Where Do the Courts Stand?
The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the way businesses operate, with many companies adopting hybrid or fully…
Non-Compete Agreements: What Employees Need to Know Before Switching Jobs
Non-compete agreements are common in employment contracts, but they can create challenges when switching jobs—especially…
Rethinking Restrictive Covenants: Legal Insights into Non-Solicitation & Non-Compete Clauses
In a recent development that has sparked intense debate across the country, the Federal Trade…
How to Handle a Workplace Investigation After a Sexual Harassment Complaint
When a company receives a complaint of sexual harassment, it must take immediate and appropriate…
Conducting Background Checks: What Every Employer Needs to Know
Background checks are essential to hiring decisions, but many employers misunderstand the rules. Here’s what…
Workplace Email & Recording Policies: What You Can & Cannot Do
When you send work-related emails, such as complaints to HR, to your personal email, you…
Illinois Expands Employee Access to Personnel Records: What Employers Need to Know in 2025
The start of 2025 brought significant changes to Illinois’ Personnel Records Review Act (PRRA), expanding…
How to Handle a Disgruntled Employee Posting Negative Comments Online
As a business owner, dealing with a disgruntled former employee who is posting negative comments…
Understanding VESSA: Workplace Protections for Victims of Domestic Violence in Illinois
What is VESSA? In Illinois, the Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act (VESSA) provides crucial…
Handling Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Best Practices for Employers
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a sensitive and complex issue that can have serious…
