Governmental Entities
These governmental agencies and entities can often assist with workplace related issues.
Federal Government Agencies
www.eeoc.gov
The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is charged with the investigation of charges of discrimination in employment.
www.dol.gov
The United States Department of Labor is charged with investigating charges of wage violations.
Federal Courts
www.ilnd.uscourts.gov
The United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois is the Federal Trial Court serving most of Illinois north of Interstate 80 (excluding Bureau, Henry, and Rock Island Counties).
www.ilcd.uscourts.gov
The United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois is the Federal Trial Court serving most of Illinois between Interstate 80 and Interstate 70.
www.ilsd.uscourts.gov
The United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois is the Federal Trial Court serving most of Illinois south of Interstate 70.
www.ca7.uscourts.gov
The United States Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit handles appeals from all Federal Trial Courts in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
www.supremecourtus.gov
The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest court in the nation.
State of Illinois Agencies
www.state.il.us/dhr
The Illinois Department of Human Rights is charged with investigating violations of the Illinois Human Rights Act.
www.state.il.us/ihrc
The Illinois Human Rights Commission serves as the “court” for complaints filed under the Illinois Human Rights Act after a finding by the Department of Human Rights.
www.state.il.us/agency/idol
The Illinois Department of Labor investigates violations of Illinois labor laws including minimum wage violations.
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