Labor & Employment
Have You Filed Your Corporate Transparency Act Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report Yet? File By January 1, 2025 To Avoid Penalties!
A breakdown of what to understand about the CTA and filing the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report on time. Read more.
No, I Am NOT Fired!
Six suggestions for physicians and healthcare professionals to consider after Human Resources reaches out to suddenly meet. Read more.
Illinois Requires Written Contracts for Independent Contractors
As of July 1, 2024, the Illinois Freelance Worker Protection Act requires independent contractors to have a written contract in place. Read more.
Decoding An Employer’s Code Of Conduct
What does “act professionally” mean? Breaking down commons terms we see in employer codes of conduct. Read more.
Getting in Shape for Your Contract Negotiations
A primer for physicians looking to negotiate a better deal for employment contracts or personal service agreements. Read more.
“Medical Practice Divorce” What To Do (And Not To Do) When You Are Terminated Abruptly By Your Employer
What physicians and healthcare practitioners should know about sudden termination from their employers. Read more.
What is a PLLC and Who Can Own One?
Determining whether a professional limited liability company is right for your medical practice in Illinois. Read more.
Tuning In To Your Own Behavior: Are You Tone-Deaf?
How miscommunication in the workplace can lead to employment problems and even termination. Read more.
Illinois Mandates Paid Leave for Employees
Effective January 2024, nearly all Illinois employers must provide employees with up to 40 hours of paid leave per year. Read more.
What’s in YOUR Contract?
Three examples of changes our attorneys have observed in physician employment contracts recently. Read more.
FTC Proposes Significant Change Regarding Non-Compete Clauses
In January 2023, the FTC proposed significant changes to non-compete clauses through a notice of proposed rulemaking. Read more.
The Labor Market and Economy Have Changed. As An Employer, What Are You Doing To Evaluate Your Second Biggest Expense?
Employers should regularly review their employee benefit offerings, which are important for employee retention. Read more.
Are You Prepared to Deal with Medical Emergencies in Your Office?
Medical emergencies can happen at any time. Is your medical office prepared? Read more.
A Service Dog Walks Into Your Medical Business…
What healthcare professionals and staff members should know about service dogs and respecting patients’ rights. Read more.
Help! My Boss is Giving Me PTSD! Am I Imagining This?
Bullying in the workplace can have significant consequences, including legal ramifications. Read more.
My Bags Are Packed And I Am Ready To Go: What Not To Take With You When You Leave Employment
When leaving a place of employment, physicians must review all responsibilities and roles that need reassignments. Read more.
You Say Tomato, I Say “Tomotto” – Employee Handbooks Are Worth Considering For Your Business
Three considerations for drafting a helpful employee handbook for your medical practice. Read more.
Maternity/Paternity Leave. Is It OK To Ask?
How to discuss the possibility of maternity or paternity leave when interviewing or negotiating employment contracts. Read more.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: What You Need To Know To Avoid Being Terminated Without A Reason Or Notice
Understanding at-will employment and what this means for termination purposes. Read more.
A Constructive Solution To What May Be A “Silent” Issue?
Addressing “bad fits” in employment and how executive coaching can be helpful. Read more.
Recreational Pot In The Employment Setting
What employers should know about navigating the use of cannabis by employees or prospective employees. Read more.
CMS Removes Arbitration Ban In Nursing Home Agreements
A prior ban prohibiting nursing homes from requiring consumers to sign binding arbitration agreements was lifted in 2017. Read more.
Are Domestic Workers Employees?
Considering whether nannies and other domestic employees are independent contractors or employees. Read more.
Conducting Employee Related Investigations
Eight steps to help employers navigate employee relations problems in medical practices. Read more.
What Employers Need To Know About Medical Marijuana – Part II
Part II addressing how physicians and medical practices should address changes to medical marijuana laws. Read more.
What Medical Practices And Physicians Need To Know About Medical Marijuana – Part I
Part I addressing how physicians and medical practices should address changes to medical marijuana laws. Read more.