Wrongful Termination & Dismissal Illinois
Fired While on Approved Leave in Illinois: VESSA, Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting Leave Terminations
While Illinois is an at-will employment state, employers cannot fire you if doing so violates a specific state statute or clear public policy. The state of Illinois has created sev...
Wrongful Termination for Off-Duty Conduct in Illinois: Lawful Consumables, Moonlighting, and Privacy Rights
Your employer does not own your free time. In Illinois, strong privacy laws protect employees from being disciplined or terminated for engaging in legal activities while off the cl...
Overcoming At-Will Employment in Illinois: Suing for Breach of Implied Contract and Handbook Violations
Most workers in the United States know that employment is generally 'at-will,' meaning an employer can fire you for almost any reason. However, in Illinois, this rule is not absolu...