Month: August 2021
New Law Allows NCAA Athletes in Illinois to Be Paid
The Student-Athlete Endorsement Rights Act allows students to be compensated, not directly by their schools, but by endorsements and marketing campaigns. Under the new law, college athletes will be able to hire agents and negotiate deals to profit off their name and likeness. Illinois is leading the nation in modernizing the collegiate sports system and
Wage Payment & Collection Act: Increased Penalties for Violations
Gov. Pritzker recently signed a bill into law, which makes employers liable for unpaid wages, final compensation, and 5% of the damages of underpayment per month. This differs from the previous 2% penalty of damages for underpayment under the Illinois Wage Payment & Collection Act (“IWPCA”). The IWPCA covers private employers as well as local