Illinois’ Cook County Amends Paid Leave Rules: It’s Time for Employer Policy Review

TakeawaysJust as employers thought their policies were in order, amendments to the rules governing the Cook County Paid Leave Ordinance were approved and became effective immediately.There are five notable changes in the amended rules, including a requirement that Ordinance-provided paid leave continues to accrue while employees use paid leave.Employers should update policies and practices to comply with the amended rules.