Woman signing non-compete agreement

Nationwide Non-compete Ban May Be on the Horizon

On January 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) proposed a new rule which, if issued, would ban employers from imposing non-compete clauses on its employees. The rule would prevent employers from entering into non-compete clauses with any worker, regardless of their level, circumstance, or salary. This would even apply to...

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Toys strewn about

5 of the Most Dangerous Toys of All Time

The holidays are here, and with them come worries about what sort of toys our children may be unwrapping this year. Drum sets and electronics that devour batteries are a headache waiting to happen, but it could be worse. Kids in the Chicago area and beyond are often seriously injured by popular...

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Woman meeting with employment attorney

5 Tips For Seasonal Employees

Many Chicago area businesses hire extra employees this time of year to help out with the holiday rush. For example, Amazon recently announced it plans to hire 3,500 extra workers in the Chicago area, while UPS says it needs 8,000 seasonal workers to meet demand in the Windy City. And...

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Jack o lantern on a doorstep

Waivers Aren’t As Spooky As They Seem

With Halloween having just passed, the self-proclaimed scariest haunted house in America requires visitors to sign a 40-page waiver before entering. The extensive document is likely a marketing gimmick, but haunted attractions across the country have been inspired to copy this tactic and require anyone who wants to get spooked to...

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