Category: Municipal Law News
Wed Nov 29, 2017 ‐ Library Law News
Sexual Harassment
On November 16, 2017, the Governor signed Public Act 100—0554 (Senate Bill 402) (the “Sexual Harassment Bill”), which, among other things, amends Section 70—5 of the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, 5 ILCS 430/70—5. Read moreMon Nov 27, 2017 ‐ Municipal Law News
New Illinois Trust Act Prohibits Detaining or Arresting Persons Solely Due to Immigration or Citizenship Status
The Illinois General Assembly has enacted express prohibitions on the detention or arrest of persons by law enforcement officials based on an “immigration detainer”, non-judicial warrant, citizenship or immigration status. Read moreMon Oct 9, 2017 ‐ Municipal Law News
New State Law Requires Drug/Alcohol Testing After Shootings Involving Police Officers
Public Act 100-0389 (“Act”) took effect on August 25, 2017, and amends the Illinois Police and Community Relations Improvement Act (50 ILCS 727/1-1 et seq.). Read moreThu Sep 14, 2017 ‐ Education Law News
Employee Cleared By Doctor to Return to Work Improperly Terminated By City Without Further Proper Medical Evaluation Or Reliable Evidence of Inability to Perform Essential Functions of Job
A City was found in violation of the ADA for improperly terminating one of its public works’ employees after he returned to work following a head injury suffered at home. Read more