Sexual Harassment in Illinois is brought by filing a charge or claim under the Human Rights Act. The charge or claim is brought by filing with the Illinois Department of Human Rights. The Illinois Department of Human Rights then conducts a client interview, fact-finding conference and makes a determination as to whether the charge or claim should proceed to be heard before the Human Rights Commission ("HRC"). A sexual harassment claim can also be brought before the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ("EEOC"). You may also bring a claim before bot the EEOC and HRC.

As of January 1, 2008, a new law was enacted allowing for also filing a claim of sexual harassment in state court after first filing with the Illinois Department of Human Rights. These claims are complicated and should not be hastily drafted or filed. Please consult attorney Peter LaSorsa before filing.

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I offer free consultations and never charge upfront for discussing your claim. Please call my office at 309-712-1145 day or night to discuss your claim. You may also email me at pmllaw@yahoo.com.