On January 1, 2025, the Illinois minimum wage increased to $15 per hour and $9 per hour for tipped workers. Here's everything you need to know. In this Article: Illinois Minimum Wage Law Chicago...
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Disparti Files Appeal w/ US Supreme Court for Groundbreaking ADA Case
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In-Custody Death of Othel Moore Detailed in Video and Amended Complaint
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Can You Get Disability Benefits for Asthma?
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I Was Denied Disability Benefits for the 2nd (or 3rd) Time
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Car Seat Laws in Illinois | 2024 Update
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Disparti Law Group Secures Reinstatement for Correctional Officer Wrongfully Terminated Over Force Claims
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Top 8 Reasons Why Employment Lawyers Decline Cases
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DISPARTI LAW PAYS INSURANCE AND MORE SO CHI-TOWN CATS CAN PERFORM IN PARADE
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Chicago Tip Credit Phases Out Starting July 1, 2024 | “One Fair Wage” Ordinance
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Canned Coffee Recalled Due to Risk of Fatal Food Poisoning
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