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Common Misconceptions About Wrongful Termination in the Workplace Common Misconceptions About Wrongful Termination in the Workplace
Losing your job can be incredibly stressful, especially if you believe the reason you were let go was for an unfair reason. In Illinois, the employment-at-will doctrine...
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a young woman looking frustrated in front of her computer_ wrongful termination What Qualifies as Wrongful Termination?
If you recently lost your job through no fault of your own, you may want to consider filing a wrongful termination suit. Because Illinois is an at-will...
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What You Need to Know About Non-Compete Agreements in Illinois What You Need to Know About Non-Compete Agreements in Illinois?
Knowing the specifics of non-compete agreements typically takes time and experience. This type of employment contract is enforceable as long as its terms are reasonable and intended...
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job hunting Important Questions To Ask When Job Searching or Starting a New Job in Illinois
Job searching or starting a new job comes with a unique set of challenges. You want to present yourself well during your interview and the first few...
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Employment Issues for Pharmaceutical Employees in Lake County, Illinois Employment Issues for Pharmaceutical Employees in Lake County, Illinois
As we all wend our way through this difficult period, employment issues and disputes arise for both employers and their employees in a number of fields, especially...
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Employment Agreement Review in Lake County, Illinois Employment Agreement Review in Lake County, Illinois
S.T. Legal Group, an accomplished employment law practice, provides valuable counsel and strong representation to employers and employees throughout Lake County, Illinois. One of the basic services...
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Understanding Non-Compete Agreements: Legal Implications and Employee Rights Understanding Non-Compete Agreements: Legal Implications and Employee Rights
What Are the Legal Implications of Non-Compete Agreements? Non-compete agreements are a form of restrictive covenant for employment in Illinois. Like other restrictive covenants, non-compete agreements are...
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How Can Illinois Employees Challenge Unfair Dismissal Under State Law? How Can Illinois Employees Challenge Unfair Dismissal Under State Law?
What is Unfair Dismissal in Illinois? Unfair dismissal, also known as wrongful termination, wrongful discharge, or unlawful termination, refers to an unfortunate situation wherein an employee is...
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What Legal Steps Should Employees Take in Illinois for Unpaid Overtime Claims?  What Legal Steps Should Employees Take in Illinois for Unpaid Overtime Claims? 
What Are Illinois' Overtime Requirements? Illinois workers are protected by both state and federal laws. Under Illinois employment laws, Illinois employees who work more than 40 hours...
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What is an Employee Separation Agreement? What is an Employee Separation Agreement?
What Are the Different Types of Employee Separations? It is sometimes inevitable and often regrettable that many employer and employee relationships come to an end eventually. There...
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