News and Insights
Articles 2 results
12.26.19
INSIGHT: Illinois Employers Have Long To-Do List for New Worker Procedures, Rules
Chicago-based members Abad Lopez, from Dykema’s Labor & Employment Practice Group, and Melanie Chico, of Dykema’s Business Litigation Practice Group, co-authored the Bloomberg Law article, “INSIGHT:…
3.21.19
Employers Need to Be Wary About Illinois’ Biometric Data Law
Abad Lopez, Chicago-based member in Dykema’s Labor & Employment practice group and the firm’s Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) team, is the author of “Employers Need to Be Wary About…
Blog Posts 14 results
8.22.24
2024 Automotive Trends: Trending Up or Trending Down? Spotlight: Labor and Employment
Six months after releasing our 2024 Automotive Trends Report, we look at which of our legal trends continue driving the industry forward… and which ones might be in the rearview mirror. What are the…
5.21.24
Last month, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC’) unveiled its highly anticipated Enforcement Guidance on Workplace Harassment. After almost a decade of efforts to update its…
1.10.24
On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor issued final rules for employers to determine if a worker is an independent contractor or employee. Workers who do not meet the new criteria under the…
Dykema Drives Auto Webinars 1 result
4.10.24
Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Labor & Employment
Join us for this insightful webinar addressing critical labor and employment issues shaping the automotive sector.
Dykema Litigation Institute Webinars 1 result
11.10.22
Preparing for a Post-Pandemic Workplace in 2023
Join Dykema’s Labor and Employment team as they explore the Department of Labor’s recently proposed independent contractor rules. Dykema’s panel will discuss the litigation risks that employers will…
Events 2 results
4.19.17
Employment Law Under the Trump Administration – Possibilities and Expectations
The end of the Obama administration saw a renewed emphasis on Executive Orders and regulations, which meant employers had to relearn and figure out how to comply with numerous changes while trying to…
6.09.16
Navigating the DOL’s Overtime Exemption Regulations—Chicago
On May 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published its long-anticipated new regulations, which will impact more than 4.2 million employees throughout the United States. By redefining the…
Legal Alerts 17 results
12.22.23
Chicago Passes Expansive Paid Leave Ordinance
On November 9, 2023, the Chicago City Council passed a new Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave Ordinance, which replaces the current Paid Sick Leave Ordinance, and grants up to 10 total days of paid time…
12.22.23
City of Chicago Amends and Delays Expansive Paid Leave Ordinance
On December 13, 2023, the City of Chicago City Council voted to delay the effective date of the Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance (the “Ordinance”) until July 1, 2024. As discussed in…
4.23.20
DOL Issues More FFCRA Compliance Guidance on Paid Leaves
Now that covered employers are providing paid leaves under the Families First Coronavirus Act (the “FFCRA”), more questions about the FFCRA’s nuances are surfacing. In an effort to further guide…
One Minute Matters Video Series 3 results
8.07.24
The Supreme Court's decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine has far-reaching implications for employment law. Abad Lopez provides a breakdown of which employment rules might be impacted by the…
3.04.24
On March 11, the DOL’s new rule regarding worker classification goes into effect, dramatically raising the bar for who qualifies as an independent contractor. In this episode of hashtagOne Minute…
1.31.24
On November 9th, the Chicago City Council approved changes to the Paid Sick Leave and Paid Leave Ordinance. Here’s what Chicago employers need to know before the law goes into effect on July 1st.
Press Mentions 6 results
10.11.23
"The new BIPA? Genetic Information Privacy Act lawsuits flood Illinois courts"
Abad Lopez was quoted in the Global Data Review article, "The new BIPA? Genetic Information Privacy Act lawsuits flood Illinois courts."
10.14.20
Abad Lopez Discusses Company Property Policies with SHRM
Abad Lopez, Chicago-based Member in Dykema’s Labor and Employment group, was quoted in the SHRM article, “What to Include in Policies Regarding Damage to Equipment.”
9.20.19
Abad Lopez Discusses Fantasy Football and Gambling in the Workplace in Law360
Abad Lopez, Chicago-based Member in Dykema’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, was quoted in Law360 article titled “Employers Need Game Plan For Fantasy Football At Office.”
Press Releases 2 results
2.22.19
Dykema’s Experienced Team Well-Positioned to Handle BIPA-Related Counseling and Litigation
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce the formation of its dedicated Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) team. As one of only a few law firms currently defending…
5.18.16
Labor & Employment Attorney Abad Lopez Joins Dykema’s Chicago Office
Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced the addition of a new member, Abad Lopez, to its Labor & Employment Practice Group in the firm’s Chicago office. Prior to joining Dykema, Lopez…
Publications 1 result
2.14.24
Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers to seasoned executives and key decision-makers—to…
Speaking Engagements 3 results
5.08.24
Understanding Employment Law Pitfalls for 2024
Sean Darke and Abad Lopez will serve as featured presenters for the Illinois Chamber seminar, "Understanding Employment Law Pitfalls for 2024."
5.03.24
PTO & Paid Sick Leave Ordinance with Dykema
Abad Lopez will serve as a featured speaker for the Little Village Chamber of Commerce Small Business Week 2024 Lunch & Learn event, "PTO & Paid Sick Leave Ordinance with Dykema."
3.07.18
Please join Dykema for a discussion on Illinois’ law on biometric privacy, the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA).
Webinars 4 results
5.23.23
Darke and Lopez to Participate in Illinois Chamber BIPA Program
Sean Darke will serve as moderator and Abad Lopez will participate as a panel member at the Illinois Chamber’s program, “The Good, Bad, and Ugly of BIPA!,” on May 23, 2023.
2.24.22
With the continued growth of BIPA lawsuits due to its strict pre-collection disclosure and policy mandate, join us for a discussion on current litigation trends in this area.
12.03.20
Please join us on December 3 when Dykema Labor and Employment lawyers Rob Boonin, Jim Hermon, Abad Lopez and Arlene Steinfield will present a complimentary webinar on anticipated shifts in labor and…
