EMPLOYMENT LAW

Guarding against employment law violations

The Employment Law attorneys at Lavelle Law are experienced in all aspects of employment and labor law. We are prepared to protect and defend your business against litigation and claims. Our employment law attorneys are well versed in Illinois and federal labor laws and can assist with matters such as employment contracts, severance packages, breach of employment agreements, and worker’s compensation issues. We also offer experienced legal defense for more complex issues, such as sexual harassment and discrimination cases. 

Our Services

  • Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
  • Discrimination
  • Employee and Independent Contractors
  • Employee Benefits
  • Employee Handbooks
  • Employment and Severance Agreements
  • Equal Pay Laws
  • Executive Compensation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Federal Labor Laws
  • Illinois Department of Labor and Illinois Department of Employment Security Audits
  • Illinois Minimum Wage Law
  • Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Severance Packages
  • Sexual Harassment 
  • Unemployment
  • Workers Compensation

OUR EMPLOYMENT LAW TEAM

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Learn key strategies and legal tools to protect your business and avoid litigation.

Essential Legal Protections for Your Business – A Lavelle Law Breakfast Briefs Recording

By Lavelle Law • May 27, 2025
Key strategies and tools to protect business assets were the topics of Lavelle Law’s Breakfast Briefs presentation on May 21, 2025. Attorneys Matt Sheahin and Jennifer Tee presented important legal strategies for business owners as well as business and office managers, business brokers, and insurance professionals. Topics included Non-Compete Agreements, Shielding Trade Secrets, Nuances of Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs), Injunctive Relief, Contracts, and Managing Risks.
Understand the new Illinois employment laws taking effect in 2025.

Breakfast Briefs Presentation - New Illinois Employment Laws for 2025

By Lance C. Ziebell and Kelly A. Anderson • February 12, 2025
Watch this video to understand the new Illinois employment laws taking effect in 2025 and learn how to protect your business. This video was recorded on January 29, during a Lavelle Law Breakfast Briefs presentation with attorneys, Lance Ziebell and Kelly Anderson.
Nearly 300 New Illinois Laws are going into effect in 2025.

New Year, New Laws – 2025

By Lavelle Law • January 8, 2025
Nearly 300 New Illinois Laws are going into effect in 2025. Listed below are some that may have a significant impact on you or your business.
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