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Why

O'Flaherty Law of Chicago

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Top 3 Qualities to Look for in Your Attorney

Cost-Effective

When we started our firm in the midst of the recession, we learned to survive in a lean environment and pass the savings on to our clients.  As the economy has improved, we have not changed our philosophy.  We are hungry to grow our client base, and so we have intentionally set our rates below what the market will bear.  Our mission is to make each client walk away feeling that they got more value than they paid for.  This is easier to do when we make our prices affordable.

Client-Focused

The secret to our success as a firm is incredibly simple: we build a personal relationship with each of our clients and treat them with the respect that they deserve.  We pride ourselves on our open lines of communication, frequent check-ins with our clients, and our accessibility.  We are here to help you in any way we can, often leveraging our network of resources to assist you with non-legal issues that you may be having.  We are your one-stop problem-solver and trusted adviser.  All attorneys say that they provide excellent client service, but, unlike other attorneys, we practice what we preach.  We make sure every client walks away happy . . . period.

Comprehensive

We are your community law firm.  Our business is built on long-term relationships with our clients.  Our clients have the luxury of building trust over time with one team of attorneys, rather than having to find a new attorney for each different type of matter that arises over the course of their lives.  No one attorney can be an expert at everything.  That is why we have worked hard to assemble a team of attorneys with extensive experience in different areas of expertise.  Our attorneys work together closely to bring our collective experience to bear on any issue that may arise for our clients.

Great at What We Do

Since our business comes entirely from referrals and community involvement, our reputation for quality legal work is our greatest asset . . . and it is extremely important to us.  Each of our attorneys is truly experienced in his or her practice areas, with the highest personal standards of excellence.  We are proud of our reputation in the community, and we did not achieve it by accident.  Our reputation for excellence comes from hard work, continuing education, and an above-and-beyond approach to our clients’ cases.

More information about our Cook County Employment Attorneys:

Our Cook County Employment attorneys have the experience to protect your interests whether you are an employer, employee or independent contractor.  Our Cook County labor lawyers are proud of our excellent client service and affordable rates.

You Don't Have to Leave Your Home For Your Legal Consultation

In this video, attorney Kevin O'Flaherty describes ways you can receive legal services from the comfort of home.

Cook County Employment Attorneys

Please contact our friendly Cook County Employment Attorneys at our nearest location to schedule a free consultation. If our office locations are not convenient for you, we are happy to speak with you by phone.

O'Flaherty Law of Chicago

1941 N. Elston Ave., Ste. A

Chicago, Illinois 60642

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What to Expect From a Consultation

The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.

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Meet the Owner

I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team.  Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys.  Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us.  They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates.  We are here to help!

- Attorney Kevin O'Flaherty, Owner

Further Reading from our Cook County Employment Attorneys

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Penalties for for Failure to Pay an Employee in Cook County

In this article, our Cook County labor attorneys explain the difference between employment agreements and independent contractor agreements. We discuss the factors that courts consider when determining whether an agent is an employee or independent contractor, including the employer's control over the work performed, the method of payment, and the level of skill required for the work.  We also discuss differences in vicarious liability for the actions of employees versus independent contractors.

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Penalties for for Failure to Pay an Employee in Cook County

In this video, our Cook County employment attorneys discuss Illinois employee and employers’ rights during the coronavirus pandemic and attempt to answer the following questions:


  • How does sick pay work under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)?
  • Which employers qualify for the provisions under the FFCRA?
  • What reasons qualify an employee for paid sick leave under the FFCRA?
  • What are the different durations of leave and pay calculations afforded under the FFCRA?
  • What is the current coronavirus hazard pay situation for essential workers in Illinois?
  • How has the furlough process for Illinois employers changed due to coronavirus?

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Worker's Companesation in Cook County

In this article, our Cook County labor lawyers explain workers' compensation law in Cook County.  We explain Illinois workers' compensation law. The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act (820 ILCS 305, et al.) provides relief to employees who are injured in the course of their work. Injured employees can file a claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (“IWCC”), which is the organization in charge of overseeing all workers’ compensation claims. Benefits received through a workers’ compensation claim are a portion of the employees’ wages for the period they are off work due to the injuries. The portion of wages received by the injured employee is typically determined by the extent and permanency of the injury

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