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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 Is the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act?

Posted on March 16, 2020

Several changes to Illinois laws went into effect on January 1, 2020. This legislation affected many different areas of the criminal justice system, including employment law. Employers are required to follow certain rules and uphold standards in order to maintain … Continue reading →

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What Are the Advantages of Hiring Independent Contractors in Illinois?

Posted on January 10, 2020

Depending on the industry or field of work, companies may hire employees or independent contractors (often called freelancers) or even a combination of both. Although either type of worker may perform similar job duties, it is important to understand the … Continue reading →

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