Ford & Harrison Llp
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55 E Monroe, Chicago, IL 60603
Recent News About Ford & Harrison Llp
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The appellate judges found the plaintiffs' demand to replace the trustee overseeing the retirement plan meant the arbitration clause could not be applied the claims over the alleged mishandling of the retirement plan for people who worked for furniture maker Triad Manufacturing.
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The recent election of Democrat J.B. Pritzker as governor of Illinois could make the state more employee-friendly through impending changes to the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA), and an attorney advises employers should be ready to defend themsevles against more claims and lawsuits.
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CHICAGO — Clients are suing several Chicago attorneys and law firms, seeking more than $100,000 in damages for alleged breach of duty.
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In the wake of enhanced focus across the nation on sexual harassment, Maryland has enacted legislation requiring employers to submit information to the state regarding settlements of sexual harassment claims. And employers outside Maryland should be on the lookout for similar legislation in other states, as well.
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A Chicago federal judge has struck down a non-compete clause because it was too broad to enforce, and an employment attorney in Chicago says the decision should catch the eye of companies and employees alike.
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New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio recently signed new laws city officials say will improve the working conditions of the city’s retail and fast food employees, but will limit employers' scheduling flexibility and potentially force them to pay significantly more. And the bills could lead to similar legislation in other parts of the country, including Illinois.
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A former state trooper placed on restricted duty after a diabetic episode caused her to crash a squad car – and to whom the state offered three alternative positions - has failed in her bid to sue the Illinois State Police for discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
