You should make a written demand for payment to the company, and if that doesn't work you can either file a lawsuit or a claim with the Department...

Many of us experienced employment lawyers will provide a free consultation so you can assess the strength of your case. Remember, though, that the...

It is illegal to fire an individual in response to a charge of discrimination. That is classic retaliation. Of course, that does not prevent you...

You may want to explore the possibility of getting a severance package in exchange for your resignation. Many of us experienced employment lawyers...

Illinois now has very strict laws against non competes. For example, for individuals making under 75k, non competes are illegal. There are many...

Always best to tell the truth. That you were told that it was not for misconduct. If you never had any warnings for anything tell them that. And...

Under the Illinois personnel record review act, if you disagree with anything in your file, you have the right to draft a rebuttal to any...

The Illinois Human Rights Act protects, in certain circumstances, individuals fired for a conviction record. However, there are a number of factors...

Although I cannot answer your specific questions without knowing all the facts and any agreements you signed, in general employers cannot withhold...

Although I cannot give you a meaningful answer without knowing all the facts--such as whether you were eligible for FMLA leave--you may have some...