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Illinois Pre-Shift Pay Ruling Compensates Workers for Required Activities
The Illinois pre-shift pay ruling is a landmark win for Illinois workers. Issued on March 19, 2026, the Illinois Supreme Court answered a critical question: Does state law protect employers from paying workers for time spent on required activities before and after their shifts? The court unanimously said no.