Publications

April 3, 2024
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Employee or Independent Contractor?

Should you classify a worker as an employee or independent contractor? The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued Final Rules that took effect on March 11, 2024.
January 31, 2024

Three WilliamsMcCarthy Partners Selected to the 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers List

Three WilliamsMcCarthy LLP partners were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers list.
March 13, 2023
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PWFA and PUMP Act Add Protections for Pregnant and Nursing Moms in the Workplace

The Biden administration signed two new pieces of legislation — the PWFA and PUMP Act — into law to protect pregnant and nursing workers. Learn more.
January 20, 2023
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Illinois Employers, Stay Out of Your Employees’ Hair

New amendments to Illinois' One Day Rest in Seven Act will require employers to review policies for days off and meal breaks. Learn more.
July 22, 2022
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Bereavement Leave for Employees to be Expanded in 2023

New amendments to Illinois' One Day Rest in Seven Act will require employers to review policies for days off and meal breaks. Learn more.
June 17, 2022
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New Amendments Will Strengthen the One Day Rest in Seven Act

New amendments to Illinois' One Day Rest in Seven Act will require employers to review policies for days off and meal breaks. Learn more.
December 15, 2021
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Illinois Freedom to Work Act (IFWA) Expands Noncompete and Non-Solicitation Restrictions

Amendments to IL law expand restrictions on noncompete and non-solicitation agreements in employment contracts. Here's what you need to know.
July 20, 2021
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Amended Law Creates Additional Challenge for Employers

The new ban-the-box law has been in effect since March. Make sure that your company has procedures in place to be in compliance.
April 6, 2021
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Client Spotlight – Helm Group

When Helm Group rebranded, it worked with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP attorneys for not only their trademark but also for additional support.
January 13, 2021

WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Announces New Partner, Names New President