Employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees and are required to comply with federal and Illinois employment laws governing workplace conduct and termination decisions. Employees are protected from unlawful treatment based on characteristics such as sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, and disability. These protections apply to critical employment decisions, including termination, discipline, compensation, and the conditions of employment.

Employment law violations commonly arise in the form of wrongful termination, sexual harassment, or other discriminatory practices that interfere with an employee’s right to a fair and lawful workplace. Sexual harassment includes unwelcome conduct or advances that create a hostile work environment or are tied to employment decisions. Unlawful termination occurs when an employee is fired for discriminatory reasons, in retaliation for protected activity, or in violation of applicable employment laws. 

Employment disputes also frequently involve severance agreements and non-compete provisions. Employers may use severance offers or restrictive covenants to limit an employee’s future employment opportunities or silence legal claims. 

Sadelski Law represents employees in wrongful termination and sexual harassment matters, and advises clients in the review and negotiation of severance and non-compete agreements, by pursuing claims or negotiations in federal or state court when necessary to protect employees’ rights and financial interests.