Illinois’ Protected Classes: How State Law Goes Further Than Federal Law
At Disparti Law, we believe that every worker deserves a fair and respectful workplace. Unfortunately, discrimination still happens far too often. That’s why it’s important to understand your rights — especially the protections provided under Illinois law, which go...
Standing Up Against Workplace Discrimination
Disparti Law Group Heads to Federal Appeals Court At Disparti Law Group, we believe every worker deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued on the job. Unfortunately, not every workplace lives up to that basic standard. When employers look the other way in the face...
Attorney Jamaal Buchanan Discusses the Supreme Court’s Opinion in the Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services Case
Last week, Disparti Law attorney Jamaal Buchanan was interviewed by Fox 32 Chicago about the Supreme Court’s recent opinion in the Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services Case. This important ruling has significant implications for employment law, particularly for...
Illinois Minimum Wage 2025 | July 1 Update
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 Minimum Wage Ordinance Can I be fired for asking about the minimum...