Category Archives: Minimum Wage

Can Back-of-House Employees Participate in a Tip Pool?

Posted on June 17, 2025 by mboxerman

Understanding Traditional and Nontraditional Tip Pooling If you operate a restaurant, you’ve likely wrestled with how to fairly compensate back-of-house staff while complying with wage and hour laws. Tip pooling and service charges can help—but each is governed by strict … Continue reading →

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Illinois Paid Leave Act Will Require Illinois Employers To Provide Paid Leave Beginning January 1, 2024

Posted on March 29, 2023 by mboxerman

Beginning on January 1, 2024, the Illinois Paid Leave Act (PLA) will require Illinois employers with more than 50 employees to provide paid leave to employees, which the employees may use “for any reason of the employee’s choosing.” Under the … Continue reading →

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Minimum Wage Changes in Illinois

Posted on March 22, 2019 by mboxerman

In February, Governor JB Pritzker signed a piece of legislation that will set Illinois on track to reach a statewide minimum wage of $15.00 by 2025. To mitigate the effect this change has on small employers, the law allows employers … Continue reading →

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