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Final pay, pay frequency, and deductions:
Employers need written authorization for most deductions and must provide final wages on the next regular payday.
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In Illinois, most employees who work over 40 hours/week must be paid time-and-a-half.
Some exemptions apply.
Check your status.
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Reminder: Illinois’ minimum wage is $15/hour.
Tipped workers must receive the difference if tips don’t reach the minimum.
Know the rules—know your pay.
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The Illinois Department of Labor enforces key labor standards—from minimum wage and paid leave to child labor and prevailing wage.
We’re here to help workers and guide employers.
labor.illinois.gov/
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Rest matters.
Most workers must get one 24-hour rest day in each 7-day period, plus meal breaks: 20 minutes at 7.5+ hours, an extra 20 minutes at 12+ hours.
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Misclassification as independent contractors can trigger significant penalties.
IDOL encourages contractors to reach out for any questions regarding compliance.
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Contractors: Are you compliant?
Prevailing Wage applies to public works projects.
Check out the FAQ: labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/c...
When an employer with 75+ employees closes in Illinois without notice, IDOL investigates under the WARN Act.
➡️Is the employer properly compensating affected workers?
➡️Did the company take steps to get the capital necessary to continue operations?
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See what's happening at IDOL.
Check out and sign up for our newsletter: labor.illinois.gov/news/newslet...
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Temporary laborers deserve assignment details, safety training, and—after 90 days with the same client—equal pay conditions.
Check that your agency is IDOL registered.
labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/f...
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An employee at a dental office filed a claim with IDOL for unpaid wages over an approximately 20-month period, and the employer issued a lump-sum payment of $80,000.
If you’re owed wages, don’t wait. Filing a claim promptly can make a difference
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Employers: Are you posting required labor law notices?
Download them here: labor.illinois.gov/employers/po...
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Under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, an employer that fails to provide notice as required by law may be liable to each affected employee for back pay and benefits for the period of the violation, up to a maximum of 60 days.
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Retaliation for reporting violations of labor laws is illegal.
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Workers: Know your rights under the Illinois Equal Pay Act.
Details here: labor.illinois.gov/faqs/equal-p...
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Congrats to the City of Freeport Public Works Department for achieving the prestigious SHARP designation.
It's the first PWD in Illinois to earn the safety award.
www.illinois.gov/news/release...
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The Illinois On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Program helps small and medium-sized businesses protect their workers.
Sign up for a free and confidential consultation: worksafe.illinois.gov/resources/re...
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The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act requires employers with 75 or more full-time employees at a single Illinois worksite to give workers and state and local government officials 60 days advance notice of a plant closing or mass layoff.
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ONE WEEK!
Join us at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign on February 26 for a discussion about pay equity in Illinois.
It starts at 11 am at 504 E Armory Ave in Champaign.
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The Employee Classification Act protects workers from misclassification.
See how it works: labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/c...
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Employers: Comply with the One Day Rest in Seven Act.
Learn more: labor.illinois.gov/odrisa
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The intent of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) is to provide workers and local communities enough notice to prepare for the devastating impact that a plant closure or mass layoff can have on working families and the local economy.
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IDOL OFFICES are closed in observance of
Offices reopen tomorrow
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Offices reopen Tuesday
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This Valentine's Day, show you care with equal pay.
Learn more: labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/c...
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Public entities must ensure prevailing wage compliance in bid documents and monitor certified payroll.
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TWO WEEKS!
Join us at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign on February 26 for a discussion about pay equity in Illinois.
It starts at 11 am at 504 E Armory Ave in Champaign.
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IDOL offices are closed in observance of President Lincoln’s birthday.
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Offices reopen on Friday.
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Employers: Avoid penalties by complying with Illinois child labor laws.
Check out our FAQ: labor.illinois.gov/faqs/child-l...
