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The Employee Background Fairness Act

By |2023-07-13T10:48:23-05:00July 14th, 2023|Blog, Business Law, Employment Law, General, Hiring Practices, Illinois State Law, Small Business|

Illinois Governor, J.B. Pritzker, recently signed the Employee Background Fairness Act into law, bringing significant changes to the hiring practices of employers in the state under the Illinois Human Rights Act. This law aims to ensure fairness in the employment process by prohibiting employers from disqualifying job applicants based solely on their conviction records, [...]

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Народ Украины нуждается в нашей поддержке

By |2022-05-17T16:23:38-05:00May 17th, 2022|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning, General, Lexern Law Group News|

поддержать Украину Мы в ужасе от того, что видим каждый день, и глубоко обеспокоены за наших клиентов, деловых партнеров и их семьи в Украине. Мы хотим поблагодарить украинский народ и добровольцев за их храбрость в борьбе с российской агрессией в это ужасное время. Шокирующие события и зверства, совершенные российскими войсками в отношении мирного населения, [...]

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The People of Ukraine Need Our Support

By |2022-04-08T18:41:50-05:00April 8th, 2022|Blog, General|

How We are Helping to Support Ukraine We are horrified by what we see each day and are deeply concerned for our clients, business partners, and their families in Ukraine. We want to commend the Ukrainian people and volunteers for their bravery in fighting the Russian aggression throughout this devastating time. The shocking events and [...]

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Paid Sick Leave Changes in Chicago

By |2021-01-28T21:10:00-06:00September 9th, 2016|General, Uncategorized|

It’s getting to be that time of year again….kids are back in school, days are cooler and shorter and colds, flus and viruses rear their ugly heads. Along with feeling terrible, come doctor’s visits, medications, missed work days and sometimes hospitalization making paid sick leave is essential. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports [...]

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Pregnancy Discrimination – New EEOC Rules and What You Need to Know

By |2021-01-28T21:12:16-06:00September 8th, 2016|General, Uncategorized|

In June 2016, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released the enforcement guidance regarding pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. The new rules cover current, past, and even potential or intended pregnancies. More than 4 million American women become pregnant each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It’s vital to review [...]

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Computer Safety Tips During the Post-Holiday Season

By |2022-04-04T14:50:07-05:00January 14th, 2016|General, Uncategorized|

Unfortunately hackers take advantage of the multitude of bargain-seeking online shoppers to upload malware and viruses to unsuspecting shoppers. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to maximize your security while shopping online this holiday season. Avoid clicking emailed or pop-up advertisements, its safer to go straight to the company's website and [...]

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Can You Be Fired for Social Media Comments or Blogging?

By |2020-02-12T14:59:53-06:00June 18th, 2015|Business Law, General|

In many instances, yes, you can be fired for social media comments or blogging! If you have a Facebook or Mypage, or like to comment on someone else’s blog post, be careful what you write.  If your employer finds that your post or comments are offensive, disparaging, or disclose proprietary business information, you may be [...]

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The Lexern Law Group, Ltd. is an Illinois and Wisconsin business and estate planning law firm, located in Libertyville, Lake County, Illinois. We primarily serve clients that are located in North-Western Illinois and Southeastern Wisconsin, including Libertyville, Lake Forest, Vernon Hills, Buffalo Grove, Glenview, Wheeling, Palatine, Northbrook, Lincolnshire, Grayslake, Arlington Heights, Kildeer, Schaumburg, Gurnee, Deerfield, Deer Park, and Barrington areas. In Wisconsin, we serve clients in Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, and Mequon counties. We represent business owners and licensed professionals, such as doctors, dentists, veterinarians, and their families in business, business succession, and estate planning matters.

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