Wage & Hour Laws

Understanding the work-hour limits for salaried employees is important for employers and employees. Illinois laws governing work hours can be complex, particularly when distinguishing between salaried and hourly workers. Knowing the regulations helps ensure that both...

Understanding your rights as a worker in the United States is important, regardless of your immigration status. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides protections and guidelines for overtime pay. Knowing how the FLSA addresses overtime pay for undocumented...

In Illinois, restaurants may face disputes over server compensation. Disputes can arise when patrons leave without paying. Afterward, management may attempt to deduct the loss from the server's wages. This practice is demoralizing to servers as it punishes them for...

In Illinois, employers might sometimes ask employees to do "just a little work" after they clock out. This can seem harmless. However, this practice is problematic and violates labor laws. Employers trying to save money Employers may ask employees to perform small...

Wage discrimination, based on factors such as gender, race or ethnicity, remains a significant issue in many Illinois workplaces. However, shifts toward wage transparency can make salary information openly available within many companies. It can lead to a more...

When it comes to employee compensation, there are many unique elements that employees may not understand. For example, gap time is often misunderstood or overlooked, but it can significantly impact your compensation. It is important to understand what gap time is and...

Many employees in Illinois work remotely. However, employers may use strategies that purposefully or inadvertently shortchange their remote workers. It is important for employees to be aware of potential pitfalls and common ways employers may undercut pay for remote...

Commissioned sales jobs in Illinois offer the promise of unlimited earnings potential. They also come with risks. For example, wage violations can easily occur. Misclassification as exempt employees Employers may try to work around wage laws in Illinois by...

Working mothers represent an important part of the workforce. The state of Illinois supports the rights of these women by instituting policies that ensure equal pay and safeguard against discrimination. These measures not only benefit individual mothers but contribute...

Undocumented workers contribute a lot to the workforce, often laboring in challenging conditions. However, it can be difficult for these individuals to receive fair compensation. Despite their contributions, they face many obstacles that can affect their ability to...