On April 13, 2020, the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC) issued an emergency rule creating a rebuttable presumption that first responders and other essential workers identified in Governor Pritzker’s March 20 Stay at Home Order who develop COVID-19 contracted it […]
Over the past two weeks, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released a new poster, safety tips specific to retail workers, and updated guidance for employers that have mandatory respirator programs. These resources recommend prevention measures all employers […]
On Friday, The Chicago Sun-Times reported that Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is moving to send notices to all property owners in Cook County regarding the effect of the coronavirus on property owners. Reassessment notices will still be sent to all property […]
Originally posted on our Title IX Insights Blog Despite efforts by schools and advocacy organizations, state attorneys general, and members of Congress and the Senate, the Department of Education’s proposed Title IX rules reportedly have cleared Office of Management and Budget (OMB) review and sources say that the final rules are coming—soon. […]
As we previously reported, on March 27, 2020, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and the Governor issued several resource documents that address changes to the remote learning landscape in Illinois schools during the shelter in place due to […]
We know that many school districts and schools are using education technology tools to provide crucial remote learning opportunities and to stay connected with students. These tools will prove even more essential as we move from Act of God Days […]
In an effort to keep clients and friends informed during this unprecedented time, Franczek P.C. has launched a podcast focusing on the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on labor and employment. Search “Coronavirus: Labor and Employment Insights” on your […]
Yesterday afternoon (March 24, 2020), the Department of Labor issued Question & Answer guidance concerning the emergency paid sick leave and expanded FMLA leave provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. For an in-depth review of these provisions, please […]
