Making Work Better explores employment law, business issues, and workplace challenges through personal narratives and legal commentary. Our employment attorney experts and their guests discuss everything from new laws and human resources challenges to launching a small business or forging a unique career path. As the flagship program of The Prinz Law Firm in Chicago, this podcast will not feature legal advice—just conversations that help us all to make work better, regardless of our role. You…
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As football season slowly approaches, the question of where the Chicago Bears will build their new home stadium remains unanswered , and it might surprise you how th is debate is relevant to you in the workplace . At first glance, the NFL and emp loyment may not have much in common. But beneath the headlines and speculation lies an important lesson relevant to both spaces: how to negotiate well,…
Most problems in the workplace likely boil down to issues with communication , whether it's a n employee misunderstanding instructions or a supervisor 's feedback not landing in the right way . These inconsistencies in communication are what often lead to legal risk. Your communication style is both how you prefer to receive information and how you deliver it. By understanding how we and how our…
Free speech in the workplace isn't exactly what it sounds like: rather than a broad, unlimited protection that allows all employees to say whatever they want , protections vary depending on the type of employer and the specific circumstances . With social media blurring the lines between work life and personal life , whether our speech online or "off the clock" is protected under free speech laws…
What happens when a prestigious restaurant comes under fire for workplace abuse? A recent New York Times article revealed that dozens of former employees at Noma, an award-winning restaurant in Copenhagen founded by chef Rene Redzepi, endured extreme physical and mental harassment and were threatened with being blacklisted if they spoke up. While employment counselors Kristen Prinz and Mary…
AI is becoming increasingly prominent in all kinds of industries, and the legal field is no exception. For lawyers, using AI can streamline processes and reduce billing for clients, but it can also pose risks to confidentiality and damage an attorney's reputation if mistakes aren ' t caught . Some attorneys have even seen potential clients use AI to bu ild their own case before they've secured…
In January of 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ("EEOC") voted to rescind its Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace, an over-200-page document from the Biden -era EEOC that aimed to interpret what constitutes "workplace harassment" under federal law . But what does it mean that this guidance has been removed? Is harassment now lawful? Are things that were considered…
From increased workplace transparency to paid nursing breaks to background check requirements , many new laws and updates to existing legal framework are set to go into effect in Illinois at the start of 2026 . As employment attorneys, Katie Rinkus and Hannah Savaso are here to help you stay on top of the biggest changes. In this epis ode, we'll walk yo u thro ugh what's changing and what both…
New Year's resolutions are more than just a fun thing for us to think about every January. In fact, they're a form of internal negotiation that has the potential to impact our lives and the lives of the people around us – and Kristen Prinz and Amit Bindra are here to help you make the most of the new year. Whether we want to make a career change, get more exercise, or achieve some other goal in…
The holiday season is fast approaching, and workplaces can help to keep spirits high by staying clear of potential issues surrounding gift-giving in the office. What may seem like a simple gesture between coworkers can also lead to a variety of legal pitfalls, from discrimination and harassment claims to tax implications. Business counselors Chad Ayers and Christina Hynes Mesco dive into those…
Many business leaders think that a healthy workplace culture is important, but they don't always know what it takes to have one. Some companies may simply restate their values at every annual meeting and call it a day. Others may not know what their culture looks like at all. Improving the health of your workplace isn't a one-and-done thing—for as long as your company remains open, learning what…
