107 - Updates From the Department of Human Rights
Kevin Noll, Attorney, Robbins Schwartz; Tom Garretson, Attorney, Robbins Schwartz
The Illinois legislature recently made significant amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act, limiting an employer’s use of conviction records and requiring sexual harassment training for employees and the disclosure of adverse judgments to the Department of Human Rights. This session addresses these issues and analyzes an employer’s rights and obligations following the amendments. Attendees will feel comfortable operating HR departments efficiently and risk-free in 2022 and beyond.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the recent amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act and the rights and obligations of employers stemming from these amendments.
- Respond to employees’ most frequently asked questions regarding the amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act.