Kristin Case February 4, 2023 Uncategorized 0
A Week of Good News
Last week I wrote about employers doing dumb things. This week we’re sharing only good news.
First, not all companies are bad. Many do the right thing and we saw an example of that this week when Intel cut high-level management salaries instead of slashing its workforce. The CEO is taking a 25% pay cut while other high-level …
Becca Nesslar March 31, 2020 Blog, Practical Tips, Uncategorized 0
We’re in the midst of an unprecedented crisis in the world and an unexpected interruption in our lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a time of uncertainty, anxiety, worry and stress as we navigate social distancing, working remotely, homeschooling and being forced to stay in our homes. And many people are facing the added stress of losing their …
Kristin Case March 27, 2020 Employment Law 0
For those bored at home and needing a little “light” reading, the EEOC has issued Covid-19 guidance for employees and has also updated its 2009 Pandemic in the Workplace Guidance (who knew there was such guidance?) These two pieces basically explain how the EEOC anticipates the Americans with Disabilities Act applying to Covid-19 situations in the workplace and answers some …
Kate Sedey August 25, 2011 Blog, Employment Law, Hiring Practices, Legislative Advocacy 0
Add Your Voice to the Call to End Unemployment Discrimination in Illinois
As appalling as it may be, a shocking number of employers these days are publishing job listings with the caveat that the unemployed need not apply. This unemployment discrimination is so backwards and plain old wrong that I have a hard time wrapping my mind around it. We are …