Employment Discrimination

If you have a disability and your employer refuses to accommodate you, you may have legal rights under federal and Illinois law. Many employees don’t realize that employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to help them perform their job unless doing so would cause significant difficulty or expense. This guide explains what reasonable accommodations […]

If you were recently arrested and your employer found out, you may be worried about losing your job. Can they fire you just because of an arrest? What are your rights? Many people in Illinois don’t realize that state law protects employees from unfair treatment based on their criminal history. If your employer is threatening

If you have a criminal record, applying for jobs can be stressful. Many people worry that their past mistakes will follow them forever, making it hard to find work. But in Illinois, the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) provides important protections that limit how employers can use your criminal history when making hiring, firing, and

Discrimination against Muslims and Arab Americans remains a serious issue in workplaces across Illinois. Whether it’s unfair treatment, subtle biases, or overt harassment, such discrimination can create a hostile environment and negatively impact careers. This guide explains the common types of discrimination claims, how to prove them, signs of subtle discrimination, and how to protect

Quick answer: Illinois employment-discrimination deadlines depend on the law and filing forum. As of January 1, 2025, the Illinois Department of Human Rights generally allows two years to file a non-housing charge. Chicago Commission on Human Relations complaints generally must be filed within 365 days, Cook County Human Rights Ordinance complaints within 180 days, and