Illinois’ 2022 Employment Law Changes

Several new Illinois employment law changes took effect this year, impacting pay practices, employee leave rights, hiring technology, training requirements, and restrictive covenants. Notable updates include expanded obligations under the Illinois Equal Pay Act, new reporting duties for AI-based video interviews, broader protections under the Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, and added human-trafficking training requirements for restaurants and truck stops. Illinois employers should review these changes carefully to ensure ongoing compliance.