5 Must-Have Items for Illinois Employee Handbooks
Every Illinois small business owner must include these five essential elements in their employee handbook:…
Illinois Employment Law Changes for 2026: What Employers Need to Know
Illinois continues to lead the nation in employee-friendly legislation, and 2026 brings several changes that…
Smart Glasses in the Workplace: What Illinois Employers Need to Know
If you haven’t noticed a coworker wearing a pair of Ray-Bans that seem a little…
Negotiate Severance in Illinois | Chicago Employment Lawyer
Can I Negotiate My Severance Agreement in Illinois? (Yes—Here’s How) Your employer just handed you…
Illinois Paid Leave for Military Funeral Honors: New 2025 Requirements
What’s New? The latest amendment to Illinois military funeral honors creates paid leave for employees…
Illinois Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers: New 2026 Requirements
Illinois Now Requires Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers Starting January 2026 Illinois has long…
New Law Alert! Illinois NICU Leave
Starting June 1, 2026, the Family Neonatal Intensive Care Leave Act (Public Act 104-0259) will…
Illinois Year-End Terminations: How Employers Can Avoid Wrongful Termination Claims in 2026
Year-end often brings workforce adjustments as businesses evaluate performance and prepare for the upcoming year,…
Creating Compliant Remote Work Policies in 2026
Remote work remains prevalent in Illinois workplaces, requiring carefully drafted agreements that protect both employer…
Illinois Employment Law Compliance Checklist for Employers in 2026
As 2025 draws to a close, Illinois employers must prepare for critical compliance requirements taking…
