When looking at Illinois employer-employee relationships, an employer seeks to hire reliable workers and an employee seeks to maintain their job. However, situations can arise, impacting these relationships. In some cases, an employee might assert a breach of...
Built on Relationships and Integrity
Month: January 2018
Is my child a U.S citizen if born overseas?
The U.S. state department estimates roughly 9 million U.S. citizens live overseas. Apart from learning a new language and adapting to an unfamiliar culture, the expat lifestyle can become even more complicated if you find yourself expecting a child on foreign land....
What is considered wrongful termination?
Whether you were just hired or have been in the same job for years or even decades, it is likely your intention to remain in your current place of employment. While you might seek to change positions or obtain a promotion, no one expects to lose their job. While it is...
Resolving sexual harassment employment issues
No matter the size of a business in Illinois or elsewhere, employers take the time to consider the needs and rights of their employees. This goes beyond providing benefits and a workspace that is conducive to getting work completed. It also means protecting the...
Helping clients form a new business
Deciding to start a business is an exciting time for Illinois residents. However, this is a major decision and should be treated as such. There are many steps to plan and form a business. Thus, it is crucial to understand all applicable laws and what steps to take to...
Prioritizing end of life care when estate planning
A recent survey conducted by The Economist and the Kaiser Family Foundation polled people in four countries about their end-of-life concerns. What their polling found among participants from the U.S., Brazil, Italy and Japan was that priorities varied depending on...
