Employment Litigation

Whether you were just hired or have been in the same job for years or even decades, it is likely your intention to remain in your current place of employment. While you might seek to change positions or obtain a promotion, no one expects to lose their job. While it is...

No matter the size of a business in Illinois or elsewhere, employers take the time to consider the needs and rights of their employees. This goes beyond providing benefits and a workspace that is conducive to getting work completed. It also means protecting the...

Certain life events can make it difficult to work. Whether it is your own health or the health of a family member, it is not unheard of having employees request time off to deal with a new baby, illness or care of an ill family member. The Family and Medical Leave Act...

Obtaining and maintaining employment is crucial for most Chicago residents. A job ensures financial security and personal wellbeing. Thus, losing a job can be significantly detrimental for individuals in Illinois and elsewhere. While some employees might be rightfully...

As a business owner or manager, it is likely that you will encounter applicants and employees with disabilities. Whether a disability was present before interviewing or developed during employment, employers in Illinois and elsewhere need to understand what it means...

The board of The Weinstein Company fired Harvey Weinstein after decades of sexual misconduct. While the news signals an important shift in perception and tolerance for sexual harassment, it also raises an interesting legal liability question: where exactly is the line...

Successfully navigating the job market has become increasingly difficult in recent years due to the downturn of the economy and the slow recovery that has been taking place. As a result of these economic factors, some businesses are strong-arming potential candidates...

Employment law disputes often play out like a case of he-said/she-said. It is important to understand that even seemingly insignificant statements can prove crucial to the outcome of litigation. A recent ruling in an FMLA interference lawsuit here in Illinois serves...