The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal program that allows employees to take unpaid time off for eligible reasons, with the ability to be reinstated in their current position upon their return. If an employer has a minimum of 50 employees for a minimum of 20 weeks in the current or previous calendar year, […]
Illinois Court Orders Halt to State Deductions from Pensioners’ Benefits
On August 29, 2014, in response to a petition by the State Universities Annuitants Association (SUAA) and others, the Sangamon County Circuit Court ordered Illinois to stop future deductions from retiree’s pension checks for health insurance premiums, and required the State to be prepared to discuss and identify ways to return money that was previously […]
Understanding The Basics Of Tipping
Employees working in the service industry often find themselves earning more money in tips, than they do in wages. However, many of these men and women are not fully aware of their legal rights when it comes to their tips. By making themselves knowledgeable and aware of the basics in regards to tips, tip credits, and […]
Understanding What Employees Are Exempt From The Federal Overtime Law
Most employers are required to pay their employees overtime, according to federal and state laws, however, these laws often times contain exceptions. With these exceptions, some employees are not qualified to receive overtime pay and are considered “exempt” employees. Businesses that have more than $500,000 in sales each year or is considered an “interstate commerce” (a […]
Illinois Retiree’s Pension Rights
Maduff has been hard at work fighting to preserve Illinois Retiree’s Pension Rights. Last year, the Illinois General Assembly enacted a law – Senate Bill 1313 – requiring that deductions be made from the monthly pension payments of retired public employees. The State started last year by deducting 2% of the monthly payment (1% for those on […]
Illinois Enacts The Job Opportunities For Qualified Applicants Act
On July 19th, Illinois’ Governor Quinn approved to enact the Job Opportunities for Qualified Applicants Act. This law, which will take effect on January 1, 2015, has previously been adopted by Hawaii, Massachusetts, Minnesota and Rhode Island, making Illinois the fifth state to join. The Job Opportunities for Qualified Applicants Act will prohibit private sector employers […]
Understanding Wage Theft
Wage theft has become a popular term these days. What once was believed to be a common problem for low-wage service employees has now become an issue for Americans everywhere. Whether an employee is not receiving their overtime pay, the incorrect pay, or not receiving their pay at all, there is something that can be done […]
When To Hire An Employment Lawyer
In today’s world, where lawsuits have become a common thing, it is important to know whom you can turn to and trust in the event you are filed with a lawsuit. Whether it may be employee issue or an employer issue, an employment lawyer can help you. While there are many reasons to hire an employment lawyer, here […]