Employers within the city limits of Chicago should be aware of the following ordinances pertaining to employee protections that recently went into effect: Chicago’s Anti-Retaliation Ordinance (the “ARO“) was amended to expand protections for employees who remain at home to comply with public health orders for COVID-19. In the previous version of the ARO, employers […]
Employers should be aware that personnel actions in response to COVID-19 may impact your employees’ coverage and your organization’s group health plan. For example, furloughs, leaves of absence and reductions in hours may affect your employees’ coverage under the terms, conditions and exclusions of employer plans. If a loss of coverage results, employers must […]
COVID-19 has had a profound impact on the business world. Employers must adapt to the changing landscape as our communities and governments react to prevent the spread of COVID-19. On March 20, Illinois’ governor issued an order that requires many workers to stay at home. As a result, employers must assess whether they may continue […]
On August 20, 2019, Gov. Pritzker signed into law an amendment that removes the limits to discrimination protections based on an employer’s size. The amendment expands the Illinois Human Rights Act’s protections by modifying the definition of “employer” so that virtually all employers in Illinois must comply with the Act. More specifically, “employer” now means […]
Two recent important legal developments will impact how employers operate in Illinois. In the face of new risks and compliance challenges, employers must consider whether their current policies and procedures adequately address these developments. The first development is an amendment to the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act (the “Act“), effective as of January 1, […]
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