Year: 2021

Whether you are applying for a job at an older age or you are facing hardships in the workplace because of how old you are, discrimination based on your age can lead to emotional, financial and career-related consequences. Moreover, age discrimination occurs in many ways and even seemingly subtle discrimination could upend your life. It…

Discrimination is virtually everywhere in the modern workplace. In fact, according to a recent study, roughly 60% of American workers have either witnessed workplace discrimination or experienced it. When it comes to sexual harassment, the statistics are even more alarming, with more than 80% of women reporting improper conduct at work. If your employer is…

Federal law protects people who blow the whistle on misbehavior at their jobs. This is to keep workplaces accountable and protect employees who want to do the right thing. Your employer may understand that firing you as a whistleblower may invite legal consequences, but that does not mean your employer might not try to get…

The question of alimony, which Illinois law calls maintenance, is often a contentious one for divorcing couples. The receiving spouse worries about interruptions in payment while the paying spouse may believe paying maintenance is a burden. This is why some families turn to a lump sum payment as a solution. With a lump sum payment,…

An employee handbook is a great way for you to address industry-wide policies and compliance, as well as introduce your workers to company policies. You can outline your expectations and inform your employees of the benefits of performing their jobs with accuracy.  The problem with a variety of informational materials is that they lack appeal….