The recent enforcement of stringent paid-time-off policies in Chicago and Cook County, as enforced by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, has stirred controversy. A state law mandates 40 hours of paid leave for full-time workers, with the county further including airline workers in this requirement. Furthermore, Cook County has extended these rules to local schools and parks, leading to backlash from officials concerned about budget impacts. Critics argue these policies unfairly burden businesses while offering exemptions for certain district employees, highlighting a disparity in application of the rules within the locality.
The hastily passed ordinance could affect workers such as substitute teachers, camp counselors and lifeguards who arguably shouldn't be earning paid time off, since they are seasonal or part time.
Employers who lose in court can be assessed triple damages with interest and forced to pay plaintiffs' legal fees.
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