Many large companies have robust sexual harassment training programs in place, but small businesses sometimes fail to handle this sensitive subject. A limited or non-existent sexual harassment training program won’t be an option for any business in 2021. An amendment under the Illinois Human Rights Act requires that all companies have a baseline sexual harassment training program that meets specific criteria. Failure to develop and implement an adequate program will jeopardize compliance with Public Act 101-0221. Read the full article here: https://www.oflaherty-law.com/learn-about-law/illinois-requiring-small-businesses-train-employees-on-sexual-harassment
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In this video, we discuss a recent amendment to the Illinois Human Rights Act requiring all businesses to have a formal sexual harassment training program. We will answer the following questions: what requirements are outlined in the amendment?, does the amendment cover all employers and employees?, and what happens if an employer fails to provide sexual harassment training?
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