Aronberg Goldgehn’s Employment Law attorneys have extensive experience in defending employers in employment law litigation and claims in addition to proactively counseling on employment matters.

We provide the full range of legal counsel to employers nationwide, from evaluating and implementing decisions regarding hirings, layoffs and terminations, to representing clients before federal and state courts, the Equal Opportunity Commission, the National Labor Relations Board, the Department of Labor, other local, federal and state agencies, and in mediations and arbitrations.

Employment Counseling

Our Employment Law attorneys work closely with clients to assess their legal, regulatory, market and competitive environments, and develop effective strategies that minimize compliance risks while maximizing the contributions of employees, contractors and key executives. We assist clients by:

  • Analyzing and drafting client personnel policies and employee handbooks
  • Conducting due diligence in acquisitions, mergers, divestitures, restructurings and reductions-in-force
  • Evaluating and implementing decisions regarding hirings, layoffs and terminations, including WARN Act analysis and severance agreements
  • Negotiating executive employment, severance and change-in-control agreements
  • Advising and counseling on wage and hour issues
  • Conducting on-site training on preventive steps and programs to minimize litigation risk and improve workplace relations
  • Developing affirmative action plans, including government contract compliance and audit matters
  • Investigating discrimination and harassment claims and advising on appropriate remedial action
  • Conducting internal and on-site investigations of whistleblower claims

Discrimination, Harassment, Retaliation, Wrongful Termination Litigation

We defend employers against a broad range of claims brought by individual employees under key federal and state laws, including:

  • Age, sex, race, religious, national origin, sexual orientation, and other types of discrimination and harassment claims
  • Retaliation and wrongful termination, including whistleblower claims
  • Americans With Disabilities Act claims
  • Family & Medical Leave Act and state law leave claims
  • WARN Act
  • State law tort claims

We have defended employers at every level of federal and state trial and appellate courts, and before numerous federal, state and municipal agencies and administrative bodies.

Unfair Competition, Restrictive Covenants and Trade Secrets

Our Employment Law attorneys are experienced in drafting, interpreting and litigating restrictive covenants (“non-competes”). In addition our team assists clients and counsels them with respect to related issues, such as protection of corporate assets and intellectual property, misappropriation of trade secret information, unfair competition and computer fraud and abuse. Our experience includes handling:

  • Temporary Restraining Orders and preliminary injunctions
  • Breach of employment agreements
  • Wrongful disclosure of trade secrets and other confidential information
  • Non-compete, non-solicitation agreement enforcement

Employment Class Action Litigation

Class and collective actions can have devastating financial and public relations effects on a business, particularly when the plaintiff class is made up of its own employees. We have helped clients resolve such complex matters, including defeating class certification and winning dismissals at various stages of litigation. Our attorneys represent clients in class and collective disputes involving:

  • The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
  • ERISA, Title VII, disparate treatment, adverse impact
  • Pattern and practice actions
  • Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) actions

ERISA Litigation

Aronberg Goldgehn’s Employment Law attorneys are experienced in the development, implementation and communication of employee benefits programs, as well as related litigation. We routinely advise on:

  • Pension plan modification and termination
  • Employment law and benefits plan claims
  • Fiduciary issues

Chicago's New Paid Leave Ordinance Amended to Delay Implementation until July 1, 2024
12.08.23

On December 7, 2023, upon receiving pressure from the small business community, among others, the City's Workforce Development Committee voted to amend the Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance to delay its implementation to July 1, 2024 and narrow its application.... Read More


Recent Changes to the Illinois Day and Temporary Labor Services Act
10.26.23

Amy M. Gibson shares several significant amendments to the Illinois Day and Temporary Labor Services Act, 820 ILCS 175/1, et seq., which governs the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers in the temporary labor industry in Illinois.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Deadline for In-Person Verification of Employment Eligibility Documentation is August 30, 2023
07.10.23

All U.S. employers are required to complete Form I-9 to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the U.S. in person. DHS and ICE recently announced that the Temporary I-9 Flexibility Policy, originally implemented because of COVID-19, will formally expire on July 31, 2023 and employers must now verify employment authorization in person.... Read More


Deadlines Approaching for Employer Actions
06.20.23

June 30 and July 1 are the deadlines by which Chicago and Illinois employers need to take action.... Read More


Amy Gibson and Maryam Arfeen Present on Best Practices for Employment Interviews
03.23.23

Aronberg Goldgehn attorneys Amy M. Gibson and Maryam H. Arfeen presented today on "Best Practices for Employment Interviews" to a client audience of hiring managers.... Read More


Federal Trade Commission Issues Proposed Rule Banning Non-Compete Agreements
01.09.23

On January 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission issued a proposed rule that would ban employers from implementing and enforcing non-compete agreements.... Read More


New Illinois Employment Laws to Keep on Your Radar for 2022 and Beyond
11.02.22

Find out how Illinois' various new employment laws may impact employers.... Read More


The Artificial Intelligence Video Interview Act Mandates Reporting for Employers Electing to Use Video-Recorded Interviews
10.26.22

The Artificial Intelligence Video Interview Act (the "AI Act"), which was enacted in 2020, placed certain notice, consent, confidentiality, and data destruction responsibilities on employers who elected to use artificial intelligence (AI) to evaluate job candidates in Illinois.... Read More


The One Day Rest in Seven Act Modifies the Definition of "Work Period," Adds Meal Breaks, Heightens Employer Notice Requirements, and Imposes Stricter Penalties on Employers
10.26.22

The One Day Rest in Seven Act ("ODRISA"), requires Illinois employers to provide most full-time, non-exempt employees with one day of rest during each workweek, as well as meal and rest breaks during daily shifts.... Read More


Expanded Leave Under The Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act, and Greater Restrictions and Requirements Imposed on Employers
10.26.22

Under the Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act ("VESSA"), employees who are victims of gender, domestic, or sexual violence, or who have family or household members who are victims of gender, domestic, or sexual violence, are permitted to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave during any 12-month period to seek medical help, legal assistance, counseling, safety planning and any other assistance.... Read More


The CROWN Act Expands the Definition of "Race" in the Illinois Human Rights Act to Prohibit Discrimination Based on An Employee's Hair
10.26.22

On June 30, 2022, Governor Pritzker signed the CROWN Act into law. The law becomes effective on January 1, 2023.... Read More


Amy M. Gibson Honored as an Employment Law Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
07.05.22

The 2022 Employment Law Trailblazers list by The National Law Journal recently featured Amy M. Gibson for her efforts in bringing diversity, equity and inclusion to the employment law industry and beyond.... Read More


Amy M. Gibson Provides ADA Training to Supervisors and Managers of a National Charitable Organization Following Professional Training Certification
06.15.22

In an effort to make workplaces more inclusive, Amy M. Gibson received certification from the National Employment Law Institute, ensuring she is training professionals on the most current Americans with Disabilities Act compliance measures.... Read More


Employment Law Alert - Illinois Supreme Court Confirms that Employee BIPA Claims May Stand Outside of the Context of the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act
02.21.22

In a recent decision, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled that Illinois Workers' Compensation Act preemption does not apply to statutory BIPA violations.... Read More


Employment Law Alert - Supreme Court Pulls the Plug on President Biden's Vaccination or Testing Mandate
01.14.22

In early November 2021, President Biden announced details of his administration's vaccination policies, which were slated to take effect in December, 2021.... Read More


Employment Law Alert - Will President Biden's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Survive?
11.11.21

Last week President Biden announced details of his administration's COVID-19 vaccination policies which will affect most mid-sized and large employers and more than 84 million employees.... Read More


35 Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Honored as Leading and Emerging Lawyers in 2021 Lists
02.09.21

Leading Lawyers Network recognizes 35 Aronberg Goldgehn attorneys in the 2021 Leading and Emerging Lawyer lists.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The CDC Publishes Covid-19 Vaccine Toolkit for Employers
02.02.21

As the coronavirus vaccine starts becoming more readily available nationwide, employers likely have a number of employment-related questions about the vaccine.... Read More


Eighteen Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
01.29.21

Aronberg Goldgehn congratulates its 18 attorneys that have been selected to the 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The Deadline for Illinois Employers to Provide Mandatory Sexual Harassment Training is Quickly Approaching
11.19.20

Annual sexual harassment training for all employers with a single employee must be completed by December 31, 2020.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta and Alan S. Wernick Serving as Mediators for the Chicago Bar Association's Newly Launched Mediation Service
09.16.20

John is one of the co-founders of the CBA's Mediation Service.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The DOL Issues a New Temporary Rule, Effective Immediately, Narrowing Provisions of the FFCRA and Providing Guidance on Others
09.15.20

This Alert addresses a new temporary rule issued by the DOL, which narrows provisions of the FFCRA and provides guidance on others.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Should Employees Be Required to Obtain a Negative COVID-19 Test Before Returning to Work?
07.23.20

Employers' head are spinning with the constant barrage of differing guidance from government agencies, and now there is new guidance from the DOL and CDC.... Read More


Maryam Arfeen Appointed to Illinois State Bar Association's Newly Formed Special Committee on Racial Inequality
07.22.20

The Committee was created to provide guidance, coordination, prioritization and accountability of the ISBA structure to advance racial equality.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The Interplay Between Chicago's Emergency Travel Order and Paid Leave Provided By the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
07.09.20

This alert provides guidance on key issues relating to the Order implemented on July 6, 2020.... Read More


Twenty-Nine Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Illinois Leading Lawyers
07.08.20

Anderson, Bannon, Brodsky, Christman, De Preter, Frank, Garmisa, Gilman, Hanekamp, Hayes, Holisky, J. Johnson, Lazzara, Lichtenstein, Melamed, Morris, T. Nelson, C. Niro, B. Niro, Robertson, Schlifke, Scholl, Sciaccotta, Sodikoff, Stark, Warren, Wernick, Zaban and Zaslavsky named Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Six Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
07.08.20

Staci Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, David A. Johnson, Jr., Amber O. LaFevers and Lindsay P. Lollio have been named Emerging Lawyers for 2020 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Amy Gibson Appointed Co-Chair of the Chicago Bar Association's Alliance for Women Committee
06.25.20

She previously served as Co-Vice Chair of the CBA's Alliance for Women Committee in 2019-2020 and served as a Member of its Executive Committee in 2018-2019.... Read More


Business Litigation Alert - Now's A Good Time to Consider Including Arbitration Clauses in Business Agreements
05.20.20

The COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on our court system underscores the need for businesses to consider contractually bargaining for alternate avenues for dispute resolution.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Five Key Steps to Bringing Employees Back To the Workplace in Light of COVID-19
04.27.20

Aronberg Goldgehn has prepared a five-step plan to guide employers through each facet of the reopening process.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Another Day of Shelter-in-Place, Another Day Filled With More DOL Guidance on the FFCRA
04.07.20

This Alert summarizes the DOL's latest round of questions and answers relating to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Employers Can Make Tax-Free Payments to Employees for COVID-19 Expenses
04.03.20

A March 13, 2020, emergency declaration by the President put into play a little-known provision of the tax law.... Read More


Update - The Paycheck Protection Program Under the Historic CARES Act
04.01.20

The Treasury Department issued an update to the PPP Loan Program. This Update includes the Department's proposed form of Application. Applications may be submitted as early as April 3.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - IRS Releases Information About a New Employee Retention Credit and Further Guidance to Substantiate the FFCRA Tax Credit
04.01.20

Importantly, the IRS outlined the documentation necessary to substantiate the credit.... Read More


Amy Gibson and Tim Nelson Presenting "A Recap of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and CARES Act"
03.31.20

This webinar takes place April 2, 2020, at 7 p.m. Central Time.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - New DOL Guidance on the Families First Coronavirus Act
03.30.20

The DOL has expounded upon how an employer with less than 50 employees can qualify for the exemption under the FFCRA. This Alert summarizes the small business exemption and other information gleaned from this round of guidance.... Read More


Business Law Alert - The Paycheck Protection Program Under the Historic CARES Act
03.30.20

This Alert highlights the Paycheck Protection Program under the CARES Act, which provides non-recourse loans for small businesses, sole proprietors and independent contractors.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - March 26, 2020, DOL Guidance on the Sick and FMLA Leave Benefits Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
03.27.20

This Alert summarizes the DOL's new round of questions and answers relating to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Employer Cheat Sheet for the Leave Requirements Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
03.20.20

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act becomes effective April 2, 2020. This Alert highlights the main provisions of the Act impacting employers.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Treating' the Coronavirus Outbreak in the Workplace
03.12.20

As the coronavirus outbreak continues, this alert addresses what employers can do to protect and manage their workplace in compliance with all relevant employment laws.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Co-Presenting "Law Firm Breakups - Hard To Do?" a Chicago Bar Association Webinar
02.21.20

On Feb. 24, 2020, John and his co-presenters will address law firm ownership, dissolution and how to avoid a bitter business divorce.... Read More


Eight Aronberg Goldgehn Members Named Super Lawyers By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.29.20

Chris Bannon, Jay Frank, Tom Hanekamp, Julie A. Johnson, Bill Niro John C. Sciaccotta, Blooma Stark and Michael A. Zaslavsky have been selected as Illinois Super Lawyers for 2020.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.29.20

Staci Balbirer, Amy Gibson, Ben Haskin, David Johnson, Lindsay Lollio, Tim Nelson and Chris Niro have been named Rising Stars by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Benjamin E. Haskin Promoted to Member at Aronberg Goldgehn
01.14.20

Ben is a business litigation attorney who specializes in assisting small and medium sized companies realize practical solutions to business disputes.... Read More


Amy Gibson Moderating a Panel at the CBA's "A New Year, A Fresh Perspective on Issues Under the Americans with Disabilities Act" Seminar
01.08.20

Amy will moderate the "ADA at 30" panel on Jan. 9, 2020.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - New Illinois Employment Laws Effective Now and in 2020
12.23.19

As we near the end of the year, we wanted to share several of the new or amended Illinois employment laws that have become effective in 2019 or that are slated to become effective in 2020.... Read More


Alan S. Wernick Co-Presenting "The Biometric Information Privacy Act After Rosenbach: A Survey Of the Legal Landscape," at the CBA's Labor & Employment Law Committee's December Meeting
11.26.19

Alan will speak on Dec. 11, 2019, at the CBA headquarters.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta Moderating "Civility in the Profession . . . How to Play Nice," a Chicago Bar Association CLE Program
11.22.19

On Dec. 4, 2019, John will moderate the civility panel at the Chicago Bar Association's annual all-day "Basic Skills Course for Newly Admitted Attorneys."... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - A New Challenge To Illinois Employers in 2020: The Cannabis Law
11.20.19

Recreational marijuana use will soon be legal in Illinois. The law, combined with the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act, complicates employers' ability to discipline employees and enforce drug free policies.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - To Reclassify or Not to Reclassify: That Is the Question Facing Many Employers Adjusting to the 2020 Overtime Rule Under the FLSA
11.05.19

This Alert covers new regulations slated to take effect on Jan. 1, 2020.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta Moderating a Panel at the Chicago Bar Association's 2019 Arbitration Institute
10.18.19

On Oct. 29, 2019, John will moderate "Part Two: The Process of Arbitration: Making an Effective Presentation of the Case."... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Illinois Becomes The Latest State to Ban Questions on Salary History
08.20.19

On July 31, 2019, Gov. J.B. Pritzker expanded the reach of the Equal Pay Act, making Illinois the 14th state to ban inquiries into an applicant's prior salary and benefits.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative Honors WINGS CEO Rebecca Darr With Its 2019 Inspiration Award
08.15.19

Rebecca accepted the award at the Fourth Annual Inspiration Award Reception hosted by the Aronberg Goldgehn Women's Initiative.... Read More


Amy Gibson Selected as Co-Chair of the Labor & Employment Law Committee at the Chicago Bar Association for 2019-2020
08.14.19

The Committee is concerned with all legal issues that arise from or affect the employment relationship.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - New Illinois Sexual Harassment Law Enacted; Most Provisions Slated to Take Effect in January 2020
08.13.19

Gov. Pritzker signed the legislation into law on Aug. 9, 2019, with most parts of it to become effective on Jan. 1, 2020. This alert provides a few important takeaways from the new legislation.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The Legalization Of Recreational Marijuana in Illinois: Key Issues for Employers to Consider
06.28.19

On June 26, 2019, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act was signed into law. This alert highlights several issues for employers to consider as a result.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - New Illinois Sexual Harassment Laws Mandate Annual Training, Disclosure of Settlements, and Impose Restrictions On Confidentiality Agreements
06.25.19

The Illinois legislature recently passed a series of new laws to further address the issues raised by the #MeToo movement.... Read More


John Sciaccotta's Speaking Engagement Reported On in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
05.20.19

The article, "CBA Panel on Legal Bias Illuminates Inequities," appeared in the May 20 edition.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women Attorneys Volunteer at Sarah's Circle
05.03.19

On April 24, 2019, a group of Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative members volunteered at Sarah's Circle in Chicago's Uptown Community, providing dinner service for their residents... Read More


Elizabeth Lazzara and John Sciaccotta Serving as Campaign Vice Chairs for the 2019 Investing in Justice Campaign
04.26.19

The Investing in Justice Campaign raises much-needed funds for pro bono and legal aid services in the Chicago area.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The DOL Takes a Stab at Resuscitating the Obama Era's Failed Overtime Rules
04.04.19

On March 7, 2019, the Department of Labor announced the Trump Administration's proposed overtime rules. This Alert explains.... Read More


Twenty-Three Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers in Illinois
03.20.19

Anderson, Bannon, Brodsky, Christman, Frank, Garmisa, Gilman, Hanekamp, Hayes, Holisky, Johnson, Lazzara, Lichtenstein, Melamed, Morris, Robertson, Schlifke, Scholl, Sciaccotta, Sodikoff, Stark, Zaban and Zaslavsky named Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
03.19.19

Staci Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, David A. Johnson, Jr., Amber O. LaFevers, Lindsay P. Lollio and Timothy R. Nelson have been named Emerging Lawyers for 2019 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - With Valentine's Day On the Horizon, Employers Should Consider and Address the Risks of Workplace Romances
02.12.19

With Valentine's Day on the horizon, and in light of the #MeToo movement, employers may be wondering how to handle office romances.... Read More


Michael J. Hayes, Sr., a Prominent Regulatory and Commercial Litigation Attorney, Has Joined Aronberg Goldgehn
02.07.19

Over the past 25-plus years in private practice, he has focused his practice on litigation and government relations, including multistate regulatory actions..... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Job Applicants Are Afforded Limited Protection By the Age Discrimination in Employment Act
01.29.19

On Jan. 23, 2019, the Seventh Circuit vacated its May 2018 opinion, holding that job applicants cannot bring claims for disparate impact age discrimination under Section 4(a)(2) of the ADEA.... Read More


Staci Balbirer, Amy Gibson, Ben Haskin, David Johnson, Amber LaFevers, Lindsay Lollio and Tim Nelson Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.24.19

No more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in Illinois are named to Rising Stars.... Read More


Staci Balbirer, David Johnson Jr. and Lindsay Lollio Named Members of Aronberg Goldgehn
01.21.19

Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa has named Staci Balbirer, David A. Johnson Jr. and Lindsay P. Lollio as Members of the firm, effective January 1, 2018.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - New Illinois Employment Laws Effective January 2019
12.18.18

This Alert covers several new or amended Illinois employment laws that become effective Jan. 1, 2019. It provides a brief explanation of the laws and how they may impact Illinois employers.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - 5 Ways to Limit Employer Liability at Holiday Parties
12.03.18

Although most employees consume alcohol responsibly, there are those few who drink too much or who react to alcohol poorly. Here's what employers can do to limit their liability at holiday parties.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Hosting the CBA's Alliance for Women's Annual Holiday Party
11.02.18

On Dec. 6, 2018, the firm will host and sponsor the Chicago Bar Association's Alliance for Women's Annual Holiday Party.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Elected a Trustee of the Barrington School District 220 Educational Foundation Board
10.26.18

As a Trustee, John will support the Foundation's mission to inspire students' passion for learning and career exploration, and provide enriching opportunities through private funding.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Illinois Employers Must Now Pay for Breaks of Nursing Mothers
10.25.18

The Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act has been amended to provide nursing mothers with greater rights to paid break time.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - New Requirements Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act for Employers Conducting Background Checks
10.02.18

Employers that conduct background checks on job applicants and employees must now comply with the new requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Elected a Member of The DePaul University College of Law Dean's Council
08.29.18

Aronberg Goldgehn Member John C. Sciaccotta will serve on the advisory board for a three-year term.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative Honors Sarah Alter With Its 2018 Inspiration Award
08.17.18

Sarah Alter, President and CEO of the Network of Executive Women (NEW), accepted the award at the Third Annual Inspiration Award Luncheon.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Employers Beware - Placing a Cap on the Number of Years of Experience in a Job Posting Could Be Deemed Age Discrimination
05.15.18

A recent case serves as a warning to prospective employers who are seeking applicants with a certain level or amount of experience.... Read More


John Sciaccotta To Be Honored With Fenwick High School's 2018 Accipiter Award
04.30.18

On May 18, 2018, Aronberg Goldgehn member John Sciaccotta will receive the prestigious Accipiter Award from his alma mater, Fenwick High School.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Hosting the Legal Netlink Alliance's Spring 2018 Meeting
04.30.18

On May 17, 2018, the Legal Netlink Alliance will kick off its 2018 Spring meeting with a cocktail reception in the offices of Aronberg Goldgehn.... Read More


ERISA Alert - New Regulations Concerning Notices of Adverse Benefit Determination on an EOB for Medical Payments
04.26.18

The Department of Labor issued final regulations that revise the claims procedure regulations under ERISA for employee benefit plans providing disability benefits, and notices of adverse benefit determinations require new disclosures.... Read More


Five Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
03.30.18

Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, Amber O. LaFevers, Lindsay P. Lollio and Timothy R. Nelson have been named Emerging Lawyers for 2018 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Twenty Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
03.30.18

Twenty-one Aronberg Goldgehn attorneys have been named Leading Lawyers for 2018 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.24.18

Staci L. Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, David A. Johnson, Jr., Amber O. LaFevers, Lindsay P. Lollio and Timothy R. Nelson have been named "Rising Stars" by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Amy Gibson Publishes "Chicago Paid Sick Leave: Are You Feeling the Pain?"
01.15.18

Amy Gibson has published "Chicago Paid Sick Leave: Are You Feeling the Pain," in the November/December 2017 edition of The Administrators Advantage.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative Honors Businesswoman Rowena Zimmers With Its 2017 Inspiration Award
10.17.17

Rowena Zimmers accepted Aronberg Goldgehn's 2017 Inspiration Award at its 2nd Annual Inspiration Award Luncheon.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - What Is the Future of the Obama Administration's Overtime Rule?
09.28.17

The future of the overtime rule is unknown, but there are some indications as to where it might be heading.... Read More


Nate Lichtenstein and Amy Gibson Presenting "Employment Law: Highlights From 2017 and Beyond"
09.20.17

On September 27, Aronberg Goldgehn members Nate Lichtenstein and Amy Gibson will present "Employment Law: Highlights From 2017 and Beyond."... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Is Your Former Employee Violating a Non-Solicitation Agreement Through Social Media Activity?
08.03.17

With the ever-increasing popularity of social media, many employers are left wondering whether their non-solicitation agreement prevents solicitation through social media.... Read More


Amy Gibson Named in Crain's List of The Most Influential Women Lawyers in Chicago
08.01.17

Aronberg Goldgehn Member Amy M. Gibson has been listed in Crain's Custom Media's inaugural edition of The Most Influential Women Lawyers in Chicago.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Update On the Cook County and City of Chicago Paid Sick Leave Ordinances
07.17.17

An update on the new ordinances establishing a right to paid sick leave for certain employees who work within Cook County or the City of Chicago.... Read More


Amy Gibson Presenting a Paid Sick Leave Ordinance Q&A to the Greater Chicago Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators
06.29.17

On August 1, 2017, Aronberg Goldgehn member Amy Gibson will cover the ins and outs of the new paid sick leave rules.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Is Your Business Prepared to Comply With the Cook County and City of Chicago Paid Sick Leave Ordinances That Become Effective July 1, 2017?
06.08.17

A guide to the new ordinances establishing a right to paid sick leave for certain employees who work within Cook County or the City of Chicago.... Read More


Eighteen Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
04.27.17

Eighteen of the firm's members have been named Leading Lawyers by Illinois Leading Lawyers, a designation awarded to less than 5 percent of Illinois attorneys.... Read More


Four Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
04.26.17

Amy Gibson, Julie Johnson, Tim Nelson and Amber LaFevers have been named Emerging Lawyers by Illinois Leading Lawyers, a designation awarded to less than 2 percent of Illinois attorneys.... Read More


David Johnson Co-Presenting "Starting and Running a Home Based Small Business"
04.24.17

On May 2, 2017, Aronberg Goldgehn attorney David A. Johnson Jr. will be co-presenting "Starting and Running a Home Based Small Business," a workshop offered by The Law Project.... Read More


David Johnson Presenting on Corporate Structures at the Chicago Inventors Organization's Pro Bono Law Evening
04.12.17

Aronberg Goldgehn attorney David A. Johnson Jr. will be presenting at The Chicago Inventors Organization's "Pro Bono Law Evening" on April 25, 2017.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Seventh Circuit Rules That Title VII Covers Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation
04.05.17

The Seventh Circuit has become the first federal appellate court to rule that discrimination of an employee based on sexual orientation is illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Acts of 1964.... Read More


David Johnson Joins Aronberg Goldgehn's Business Law & Transactions Group
03.23.17

David Johnson Jr. is a general business attorney who represents growing companies and medical practices throughout Illinois and Wisconsin in all stages of operation, including in unique and complex transactions.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.23.17

Staci L. Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Julie A. Johnson, Amber O. LaFevers and Timothy R. Nelson have been named "Rising Stars" by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Department of Labor Seeks Appeal of Nationwide Injunction Blocking New Overtime Rule
12.02.16

The U.S. DOL has filed a notice of appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, which entered a nationwide injunction blocking the implementation of revised rules regarding overtime.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Illinois Enacts Employee Sick Leave Act Effective January 1, 2017
09.14.16

House Bill 6162 has been signed by Gov. Bruce Rauner, creating the Employee Sick Leave Act. The Act takes effect January 1, 2017, and provides Illinois employees with more flexibility in their use of existing company provided sick leave benefits.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Sponsoring the 18th Annual Illinois Bar Foundation Gala
09.07.16

Aronberg Goldgehn is honored to be the Northern Illinois University Fellowship Sponsor for the Illinois Bar Foundation's 2016 Gala, where Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will be presented with the 2016 Distinguished Award for Excellence.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Elected to Membership in the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
08.08.16

Litigator John C. Sciaccotta has been elected a Member of the prestigious Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative Hosts Its Inaugural Inspiration Award Luncheon
08.01.16

Ulta Beauty General Counsel Jodi Caro Honored With the 2016 Inspiration Award... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The Defense of Trade Secrets Act of 2016; Enhanced Protection for Confidential Information and Trade Secrets
06.23.16

The Defense of Trade Secrets Act took effect in May, amending the Economic Espionage Act, and providing a private right of civil legal action for businesses.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - DOL Final FLSA Overtime Rules Effective December 1, 2016
05.23.16

The U.S. Department of Labor has released its revised rules determining which white-collar employees are - or are not - entitled to the Fair Labor Standards Act's minimum wage and overtime pay protections.... Read More


Bob Sodikoff and Son Featured in the Law Day Edition Of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
04.29.16

Aronberg Goldgehn member Robert N. Sodikoff and his son, also a lawyer, are featured in the annual Law Day Edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Illinois and Chicago Mandated Paid Sick Leave
04.25.16

Paid sick leave and family leave laws already are in place in numerous jurisdictions across the country in both states and municipalities. Now Illinois and Chicago are poised to join in.... Read More


ERISA Update - Breaking News
03.01.16

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that ERISA pre-empts state law.... Read More


ERISA Update - Supreme Court Dramatically Limits ERISA Plans' Right to Reimbursement
01.25.16

In a decision that impacts ERISA plans' ability to obtain reimbursement of benefits paid to, and on behalf of, plan participants, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that plans cannot recover funds spent by the participant.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Supreme Court Rules Unaccepted Settlement Offer Does Not Moot Class Action Lawsuits
01.20.16

In a blow to class action defendants, the Supreme Court has ruled that a defendant cannot use a settlement offer or a Rule 68 offer of judgment to cut off plaintiff's claims.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - OSHA Issues Draft Guidance on Anti-Retaliation Protection
12.18.15

Early 2016 will be an important time for employers to take a close look at their employee whistleblower and anti-retaliation programs and update their training and policies to implement the latest legal requirements.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Appoints New Practice Group Chairs
07.29.15

Nate Lichtenstein and Amy Rapoport Gibson Will Lead the Commercial Litigation Group; Paul Gilman and Tim Nelson, Business Law & Transactions... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Ranked No. 1 for Having the Highest Percentage of Women Associates Among Illinois' Largest Firms
07.14.15

Chicago Lawyer magazine' has published the results of its annual diversity survey of the largest law firms in Illinois, and Aronberg Goldgehn has been ranked No. 1 in one analysis of the statistics.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Joins Aronberg Goldgehn
05.04.15

John Sciaccotta has joined Aronberg Goldberg as a member. He focuses his practice on litigation, arbitration and business counseling matters with a special emphasis on complex civil trial and appellate cases brought in federal and state courts throughout the country.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named 2015 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars in Illinois
01.12.15

Christopher J. Bannon, Jay A. Frank and Blooma Stark have been selected as Illinois Super Lawyers; Amber N. LaFevers, Timothy R. Nelson and Amy M. Rapoport Gibson named ‘Rising Stars.'... Read More


Employment Law Update - The Illinois Human Rights Act Amended
01.01.15

Effective Jan. 1, 2015, the Illinois Human Rights Act is amended to expand protections for workers and applicants related to pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions. This Update summarizes the Act.... Read More


Lisa Brodsky, Tim Nelson and Amy Gibson Elected New Members
01.01.15

Aronberg Goldgehn has elected Lisa J. Brodsky, Timothy R. Nelson and Amy M. Rapoport Gibson as Members of the firm, effective January 1, 2015.... Read More


Employment Law Update - Ban the Box Law Coming to Illinois
11.03.14

With the signing of the Job Opportunities for Qualified Applicants Act on July 19, 2014, Illinois employers are prohibited from requiring job applicants to check a box if they have criminal records.... Read More


Legal Netlink Alliance Spring General Meeting Held in Chicago
05.16.14

On May 16, Legal Netlink Alliance held its Spring General Meeting at the Standard Club in Chicago.... Read More


Amber LaFevers, Tim Nelson and Amy Gibson Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.13.14

Amber LaFevers, Timothy R. Nelson and Amy M. Rapoport Gibson have been designated as Rising Stars by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Amy Gibson, Tim Nelson and Julie Neubauer Named Rising Stars by Illinois Super Lawyers
08.29.13

Aronberg Attorneys Amy M. Rapoport Gibson, Timothy R. Nelson and Julie A. Neubauer and have been designated Rising Stars in Illinois by Super Lawyers.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named 2013 Illinois Super Lawyers' and Rising Stars' in Illinois
01.04.13

Aronberg Goldgehn is pleased to announce that four attorneys were selected as Illinois ‘Super Lawyers' for 2013 and four attorneys were designated as ‘Rising Stars' in Illinois by Super Lawyers magazine.... Read More


Lisa Brodsky and Amy Rapoport Gibson Win ERISA Appeal in 8th Circuit Court
08.21.12

Aronberg Goldgehn litigators Lisa J. Brodsky and Amy M. Rapoport Gibson have obtained an appellate court victory before the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit in IBEW Pension Plan v Wright and Walker.... Read More


Benjamin Haskin Joins Aronberg Goldgehn as an Associate
12.09.11


Timothy Nelson Joins Aronberg Goldgehn As An Associate
11.29.10

Timothy Nelson has joined Aronberg Goldgehn as an associate in the business law department.... Read More