What Are Non-Compete Agreements and Why Are They So Important to Businesses? Non-compete agreements are utilized by businesses looking to ensure that an ex-employee does not leave their company and immediately join the workforce of a direct competitor. These clauses are often part of the initial contract negotiations and are included in the hiring process....

What Is a Breach of Non-Compete Agreement? A non-compete agreement, when done correctly, is a legally binding agreement between an employer and an employee which specifies that the employee will not work for a competing employer for a period of time. Likewise, that employee is not allowed to sell or otherwise reveal important company...

When you own a business, it always helps to work with an attorney to ensure that everything runs smoothly. In most cases, business owners are going to find themselves working with transactional lawyers primarily. The skills that a transactional lawyer brings to the table can really provide a lot of benefits to employers. Yet even...

A transactional lawyer, who is sometimes called a business law attorney or an employment lawyer, can be one of the most valuable allies you can have on your team as an employer. This is because transactional lawyers offer services to their clients, either individuals or organizations, to help ensure that everything they do...

Losing a loved one is never an easy experience. It is filled with pain, regret, and a whole miasma of negative emotions. It is understandable that somebody would want to take some time for themselves, away from the hustle and bustle of the workforce, in order to deal with the experience. Thankfully, Illinois has made...

When an employee in Illinois works more than 40 hours per week, they will likely be entitled to overtime pay. While the federal government has restricted who can receive overtime benefits, Illinois can still override these restrictions, which it often does.  Exceptions for Exempt Jobs Illinois...