Typically speaking, a performance review in and of itself does not constitute a demonstration of bias or discrimination. However, employees have the right to request access to their personnel records through the human resources department at any time. This can open up...
Employment Law
How inflated job titles facilitate wrongful wage theft
On Behalf of Billhorn Law Firm | Feb 26, 2023 | Employment Law
It is no secret that companies seek to cut costs wherever possible - doing so is often an example of good business acumen. When corporate savings come at the detriment of hard-working employees, however, the practice is blatantly unacceptable. One trend emerging in...
3 possible protections against wrongful termination
On Behalf of Billhorn Law Firm | Aug 4, 2022 | Employment Law
The at-will employment doctrine allows a business to fire an employee for almost any reason. There are exceptions since federal and state anti-discrimination laws prohibit companies from firing people on the basis of a protected status like race or gender. However,...
Is Illinois an at-will employment state?
On Behalf of Billhorn Law Firm | Jun 28, 2022 | Employment Law, Uncategorized
Most people in Illinois likely feel quite secure in their employment. This sense of security may come from the assumption that their job depends solely on their performance. Yet is that truly the case? Many may have heard of the idea of "at-will" employment, which...
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