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On Monday, March 13, 2023, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the Paid Leave for Workers Act into law, adding Illinois to the list of now three states that require employers to offer paid leave for any reason. Below we’ve gone over everything you need to know regarding the new act. Taking effect… Read more
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Earlier this month, it was announced that the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) would go into effect on June 27, 2023. The PWFA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to their workers for any known limitation they may have related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical… Read more
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While you may not be familiar with the term “biometrics,” you've probably seen biometrics in action. Take, for instance, your favorite spy movie—when the bad guy uses an eye scan to gain access to their evil lair, or in real life, when you unlock your iPhone with facial recognition. … Read more
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When you start a new job, you’ll receive a few guidelines outlining what your new role entails. These guidelines can include your schedule, code of conduct, how to track your pay, and—if required—a uniform guideline. However, what often isn’t included is the expectation that you’ll be paying out of… Read more
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When business is forced to temporarily close down due to events outside the owner’s control — like a public crisis or natural disaster — it can be devastating. Many businesses wouldn’t survive this kind of interruption without a business interruption insurance policy.
But getting that interruption… Read more
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If you’re a business owner whose business has lost revenue due to government-ordered shutdowns or a health-crisis related slowdown, you may be considering filing a business interruption claim. If you are, you may have also encountered a whole raft of terms and concepts relating to business… Read more
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Ever heard a lawyer speak and wonder what the heck they were saying? It can sometimes feel like lawyers have their own language, especially if you’ve never been involved in a claim before. The justice system uses many terms with specific definitions, which may be different from the way… Read more
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The False Claims Act makes it illegal to falsify records or make false claims of any kind regarding a federal healthcare program. Unfortunately, some healthcare providers and individual employees still deceive the federal government to pocket extra money, filling their claims with technical medical… Read more
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Hurricane Sally made more than a splash when it hit land over Alabama on Wednesday morning. After moving through Florida and being downgraded from a Category 2 hurricane to a tropical depression, remnants of the weather event are still raining down on Georgia and the Carolinas.
Flash floods have… Read more
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‘Tis the season for decorating homes with candles, shining lights, and brightly colored trees. As you cook, decorate, and celebrate with family and friends, it’s important to stay safe and avoid seasonal hazards.
During December, there is an increase in fires and injuries due to more cooking… Read more