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What You Need to Know About the Illinois Human Rights Act

A federal government agency, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, enforces federal employment discrimination law. A state agency, the Illinois Department of Human Rights, enforces 775 ILCS 5,[...]

Accommodating Mental Illness in the Workplace

If you have a mental health condition, you should know that you have protection against employment discrimination and harassment. Whether you are applying for a new job or you are currently working fo[...]

Five Signs of a Hostile Work Environment

A hostile work environment created by discriminatory language or actions is unlawful under state and federal law in Illinois. When discrimination results in a hostile work environment, it may be possi[...]

How to Identify Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and under the Illinois Human Rights Act, and it can occur in any workplace. Even in workplaces that bo[...]

What Kind of Evidence Can Be Used in a Discrimination Case?

When you have been subject to discrimination while applying for a job or while employed, it is critical to find out if you can file a claim for compensation for the losses resulting from discriminator[...]

How to Protect Yourself From Employment Discrimination

Discrimination is still common in today’s society, including in the workplace. Employment discrimination can take on many forms and can cause a lot of tension. Coworkers, customers, vendors, and man[...]

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