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Local Ordinance Private Right of Action Safe Leave

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Key Changes to Chicago’s Labor Ordinances, Effective July 1, 2025

On July 1, 2025, several important changes to Chicago labor ordinances went into effect. Chicago’s Minimum Wage Ordinance, Fair Workweek Ordinance, and Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance have all seen...more

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New York City Publishes Updated FAQs for Earned Safe and Sick Time Act

On September 26, 2024, New York City published updated frequently asked questions (FAQs) for the New York City Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) in light of the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection’s...more

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NYC’s Latest Amendments on Earned Sick, Safe Time Provide Private Right of Action

Effective March 20, 2024, the New York City Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) creates a private cause of action for alleged statutory violations. Employers may now face potential civil and/or class actions, in addition to...more

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You Can Now Get Privately Sued for Failing to Provide NYC Safe and Sick Leave

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Effective March 20, employees in New York City can bring private actions against their employers for violations of the city’s Earned Safe and Sick Time Act, NYC Admin. Code § 20-911 et seq. ...more

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City of Chicago Expands Paid Leave for Employees in New Ordinance

On November 9, 2023, the Chicago City Council adopted the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance, expanding the current Chicago Paid Sick Leave Ordinance to provide eligible employees with the ability to...more

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