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Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act Goes into Effect on January 1, 2024

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Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act Goes into Effect on January 1, 2024 Starting January 1, 2024, Illinois employers must offer workers paid time off based on hours worked, with no need to explain the reason for their absence as long as they provide notice in accordance with reasonable employer standards. Employees will accrue…

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What is Dram Shop Insurance, and Do I Need It for my Business?

What is Dram Shop Insurance, and Do I Need It for my Business? Dram shop insurance is a type of liability insurance that provides coverage to businesses that sell or serve alcohol, such as bars, restaurants, and liquor stores. “Dram shop laws” are laws that hold businesses liable for damage caused by their intoxicated customers,…

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5 Accounting Tips That Small Business Owners Should Know

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For many small business owners, accounting is one of those tasks that gets filed under “I know I have to do it.” And, it makes sense, as you would rather be working on something passionate that lead you to starting the business.

Even if you work with a professional accountant, these are 5 tips you still need to know to keep your books in order and to keep your accountant happy as they work with you.

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Updates to One Day Rest in Seven Act

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Are you familiar with Illinois’ One Day Rest in Several Act? Did you know that new requirements and penalties went into effect on January 1, 2023?

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Important Info for Those with 5 or More Employees – Illinois Secure Choice

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Important Info for Those with 5 or More Employees – Illinois Secure Choice State law now requires every Illinois employer with five or more employees to offer their own retirement program or facilitate the Illinois Secure Choice program. The deadline for those with 16 or more employees has already passed.  Make sure you have registered…

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Advertise at Fitness Premier Homer Glen

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Advertise at Fitness Premier Homer Glen Fitness Premier has launched a NEW Upshow display to support local business’ in their advertisements. They are looking for 10 local business to be displayed on their screen in front of our thousand members doing cardio for hours. Your message can be broadcasted at just our Homer Glen location…

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Why do Businesses Use “Big Game” in its Advertising for Promotions, Rather than “Super Bowl?”

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Why do Businesses Use “Big Game” in its Advertising for Promotions, Rather than “Super Bowl?” The simple answer is:  Money. The words “Super Bowl” are trademarked by the National Football League.  Want to use it in your advertising?  You have to purchase an official sponsorship package that allows you to use “Super Bowl” in your…

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