In week thirteen, the Biden administration’s labor and employment activity includes the nomination for the Assistant Secretary of Disability and Employment Policy at the Department of Labor (DOL); the Senate committee vote on the DOL’s second in command, Julie Su; […]
New IHRA Amendments Severely Limit Employers’ Ability to Consider Criminal Background
On March 23, 2021, Governor Pritzker signed into law amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) that substantially limit employers’ ability to consider an applicant or employee’s criminal history. Under the new protections provided by the amendments, unless otherwise […]
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OSHA Launches National Program to Inspect Employers for COVID-19 Compliance – Are You Ready?
OSHA has launched a national emphasis program to protect high-risk workers from COVID-19 hazards. The program also prioritizes for OSHA inspection employers that retaliate against workers who complain about unsafe conditions. According to OSHA Deputy Assistant Secretary Jim Frederick, “This […]
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Vaccine Time Considered Paid Time? IDOL Says “That Depends”
As the COVID-19 vaccine supply and appointments ramp up in the State of Illinois, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has issued employer guidance on providing employees with time off and flexibility to get vaccinated. Pivotal to the IDOL guidance […]
Coronavirus: Illinois Workers' Compensation Rules Update
In this episode, Jackie Wernz and Erin Walsh discuss the emergency amendment to the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Rules.
Nine Franczek Attorneys Named to 2021 Super Lawyers List
Franczek P.C. is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been included in the 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers list. No more than five percent of the lawyers in Illinois are selected by Super Lawyers. Dana Fattore Crumley J. Todd […]
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Love in the Time of COVID: Workplace Romance in Reel Life and Real Life
In anticipation of Valentine’s Day, SHRM published an article highlighting a new survey on office romances. Among the key findings of the survey: 34% of employees are or have been in a workplace romance, compared to 26% in the previous […]
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The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration: Labor and Employment Activity
Each Friday during the first 100 days of the new administration, we will provide a recap of significant initiatives and events that will impact employers. In week three, the Biden administration continued its full court press on labor and employment […]
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OSHA Releases New COVID-19 Safety Guidance Following President’s Order
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued enhanced COVID-19 safety guidance to help employers and their employees implement a COVID-19 prevention program and better identify risks which could lead to exposure and infection. On January 21, President […]
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The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration: Labor and Employment Activity
Each Friday during the first 100 days of the new administration, we will provide a recap of significant initiatives and events that will impact employers. In week two, the Biden administration shook things up at the National Labor Relations Board […]
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Tell a Lie and All Your Truths Become Questionable: Appellate Court Orders an Untruthful Officer to be Fired On Public Policy Grounds
On December 24, 2020, the Illinois Appellate Court First District ruled that it is the public policy of the State of Illinois that police officers are to be honest and truthful in conducting their police duties. In City of Country […]
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Biden Directs OSHA to Step Up COVID-19 Safety Measures by February 4
On his second day in the Oval Office, President Biden issued an Executive Order on Protecting Worker Health and Safety directing the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) to intensify its efforts to protect employees from COVID-19 infection in the […]
Biden Labor and Employment Activity in the First 48 Hours
During the first 100 days of the new administration, each Friday we will be providing a run-down of significant initiatives and events that will impact employers. We already have much to report. President Biden hit the ground running in his […]
Proposed Relief Legislation Includes Major Workplace Changes
There has been extensive reporting on the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill just released by President-elect Joe Biden’s transition team. News reports have highlighted key aspects of the plan including additional $1,400 stimulus checks, extended unemployment benefits, and money to […]
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Franczek P.C. Names Erin Walsh Partner
Franczek P.C. is pleased to announce that Erin Walsh has been named partner. Erin’s practice includes counseling on a variety of labor and employment issues and school law issues related to employee benefits and leave, employee discipline and discharge, workplace […]
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