Employment Law

Losing a job unexpectedly can be overwhelming, especially when you believe the decision was unfair or unlawful. Wrongful termination may arise from discrimination, retaliation or violation of an agreement.  Acting quickly and staying organized allows you to better...

This past November, we discussed a change to Illinois’ Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act, effective Jan. 1. The amended law addresses employers’ responsibilities to employees who need to take breaks to express milk for their children. For example, employers cannot...

You decide that it is time to move on from your job. Perhaps you have been offered another position. You go to your boss and tell them that you are going to be leaving and that this will be your last week. To your surprise, your boss tells you that it is not possible....

Employment often comes with a degree of risk. Workers can suffer a variety of different injuries or even occupational illnesses because of their job responsibilities. Typically, people who work in high-risk sectors such as construction receive training to teach them...

If you’re working in Chicago without legal documentation, it’s easy to feel vulnerable. Without the necessary paperwork, like a green card, visa or Employment Authorization Document (EAD), does it mean your employer can pay you less, ignore overtime or subject you to...

Most employees who take maternity leave need to return to the workplace while they’re still breastfeeding. While both federal and state laws have been enacted in recent years to allow these new mothers the time and privacy they need to express milk while at work, not...

At-will employment is very common in the United States. While it does mean that you, as an employee, are pretty much free to leave whenever you want, the big downside is that it greatly reduces your job security. Your employer can potentially end your employment...

Perfect attendance throughout a career is an unrealistic goal. Employees typically need occasional time off for medical issues, family matters or even vacations. While not every job provides paid leave, many workers may eventually need to take an extended leave of...

Like it or not, social media is now part of everyday life. You might use it to share personal updates, express opinions or interact with others. What you post online is not limited; sometimes, your opinion may not sit well with your boss. This issue is becoming more...

Disputes about employment can arise for many different reasons. In some cases, there may be a disagreement between a worker and the professional who supervises them. A manager or shift leader might attempt to write up or even terminate an employee for insubordination...