Companies in the Chicago area and throughout Illinois have plenty of daily concerns so, when legal concerns rise to the surface, these issues can seem like unwarranted and unwanted distractions. But, no matter how much you want to be part of a legal dispute, taking...
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The role of an employer who sponsors a work-based immigrant
When we think of immigration – both the application process and obtaining resident status or citizenship – we tend to think of immigrants themselves. But businesses can play a large role in that process, by sponsoring the immigrant in hopes of obtaining them as a...
Business should create a telework policy
At least 45% of full-time American workers spend some time working remotely and approximately 60% of workers cited productivity as one of the major reasons they prefer remote or hybrid work. Telework, which grew substantially since 2020, will likely continue and...
Do I need to update my employee handbook?
An employee handbook is an important way for a business to share important information with its employees. If you are the owner or manager of a business, your employee handbook outlines your policies, procedures and the rules that govern your company. It can cover...
The differences between S corporations and C corporations
There are many decisions to make when starting up a business and business forms to choose from when it comes time to make that important decision. In some cases, it makes sense to register a business as a corporation. There are multiple types of corporations, and two...
Bypassing green card eligibility for foreign nationals
Being able to work in the United States under a green card visa is a complicated and time-consuming process, and one that can delay skilled foreign nationals from entering the country to provide indispensable services to industries in need of their specialized...
As an immigrant, how do I interact with the police?
What many immigrants forget is that, regardless of their status (legal or otherwise), everyone on United States soil is covered by the Constitution. Though, even for those immigrants that know this, they may still not know how to interact with police because of a fear...
How to protect your business from unpaid wage claims
Unpaid wage claims seem to be filed with more frequency lately. These claims can have tremendous ramifications for employers, too. While judgment against you can shake the financial stability of your business, it can also negatively impact your ability to recruit and...
New law set to end forced arbitration for sexual harassment cases
Illinois employers need to be aware of current laws and trends in how to address workplace challenges. When they arise, complications can not only negatively impact how the business is run, but it can hinder relationship employees and damage public perception. In...
Different options for business formation
There are several different business forms that new business owners can choose from when setting up their business. It is helpful to be familiar with what they are and what the differences between the different business forms are. Different options for business...
