Event Details
July 31st, 2025 Virtual Law Update
| Date: | July 31, 2025, 8:30am – 9:30am |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | Zoom: Link will be provided on July 30th |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Meeting |
| iCal link | Add to Calendar |
Register via the link below:
rockford.shrm.org/forms/july-31st-2025-virtual-law-update
**Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants the day prior to the meeting**
AGENDA:
8:30-8:40: Welcome & Introductions
8:40-9:30: Presentation
We look forward to seeing you virtually!
PRESENTATION INFORMATION:
The Illinois Legislature was busy in 2025, introducing and passing a slew of new employment laws and amendments to existing laws, which all Illinois employers will need to know. Join Scott Cruz, Labor and Employment Partner at UB Greensfelder, as he discusses these laws and provides advice on best practices to stay compliant in 2026 and beyond!
PRESENTERS: Scott Cruz
Scott Cruz is a partner in the Labor and Employment Practice Group of UB Greensfelder’s Chicago office. Scott represents public and private sector employers in all aspects of labor and employment law, including civil litigation and preventative counseling. Scott represents employers in state and federal courts and administrative agencies involving claims brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, retaliatory discharge, breach of contract, labor arbitration and class actions. He is particularly versed in all aspects of state and federal law relating to minimum wages, overtime, exemptions, and wage payment issues. Scott provides management and employee training on workplace legal issues and conducts workplace investigations and legal audits.
We look forward to seeing you!
Rockford Area SHRM is a professional association serving the greater Rockford area. We are dedicated to professional development and building community for individuals who regularly engage in some aspect of the human resources profession.
The mission of Rockford Area SHRM is to advance the human resources professional by providing opportunities to share best practices through experiences, education and networking.
Members of the Rockford Area SHRM are able to attend most events at no additional cost. You will find events at https://rockford.shrm.org/. Be sure to register for events through the website.
