Peter A. Steinmeyer, Member of the Firm in the Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice, in the firm’s Chicago office, authored an article in Crain’s Chicago Business, titled “Opinion: New Laws Illinois Employers Need to Know in 2025.” (Read the full version – subscription required.)
Following is an excerpt:
By now, Illinois businesses should be well aware of some significant legislative developments impacting legal requirements for employers that took effect on Jan. 1, 2025. These changes encompass nine laws that will impact various aspects of employment practices in our state, including personnel record disclosure obligations, expanded pay stub requirements, investigating employee complaints, restrictions regarding the employment of minors, verifying employment eligibility, job posting transparency and more.