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Are Remote Workers Still Entitled to Overtime Pay in Illinois?

Posted on June 22, 2020

A typical workweek for employees in the United States consists of 40 hours. However, many workers actually spend more time performing their jobs. For jobs that are paid on an hourly basis, anything over 40 hours is usually considered overtime. … Continue reading →

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Illinois Governor Files Emergency Rules for Paid Sick Leave for Coronavirus

Posted on March 17, 2020

COVID-19, or coronavirus 2019, is a respiratory illness that can spread from animal to person or person to person. The virus was first identified during an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Currently, health officials are working on a vaccine for it, … Continue reading →

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What Situations Qualify Your Illinois Employees For Leave Under FMLA?

Posted on September 20, 2019

Trying to balance work and family life can be a challenge for anyone, but when an employee’s family member is sick or there is a birth in the family, it can be even more daunting. The Family and Medical Leave … Continue reading →

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