“Hours Worked” – The New Standard in Illinois for Pre and Post Shift Activities (Webinar)
The Illinois Supreme Court recently ruled in Johnson v. Amazon.com Services LLC, that the Illinois Minimum Wage Law does not incorporate the federal Fair Labor Standard Act’s Portal-to-Portal Act’s preliminary and postliminary exceptions to compensable work requirements. That is, now in Illinois, even if employees undertake activities before their shift start time or after their shift end time that
Office Closed
The Chamber office will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. We hope you enjoy celebrating the Fourth of July weekend with family, friends, and community. The office will reopen on Monday during normal business hours.
Networking @ Noon | Pinky’s
Trade the conference room for a lakeside view at Networking @ Noon. We’re heading to Pinky’s at Lake Sara for a lunch break that feels like a breath of fresh air. Step out of the office, settle in by the water, and connect with fellow Chamber members in a relaxed, easygoing setting. No formal agenda.
Offer Letters & Agreements: What to Consider When Onboarding Employees (Webinar)
When an employee joins your team, employers should ensure that their new-hire documents set clear expectations for the terms and conditions of employment. This webinar will provide insight into the purposes of two similar but distinct onboarding documents: offer letters and employment agreements. Led by an experienced employment attorney and business advisor, attendees will learn what information