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Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce
306 Main St.
West Chicago, IL 60185
Phone: 630-231-3003
Fax: 630-231-3009
Email: team@westerndupagechamber.com

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Saturday: By Appointment Only
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Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce
Apr 5    Webinar: Wage Garnishments, Tax Leins, & Child Support Orders




From wage garnishments and assignments, to deductions, to tax levies, employers’ payment and withholdings responsibilities are fraught with complications, counterintuitive prohibitions, and pitfalls. The Illinois Chamber of Commerce, along with Noah A. Frank of SmithAmundsen’s Labor & Employment Group, is offering employers and their respective management teams, along with HR and compensation professionals of all levels, the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge on various laws impacting the appropriate wage withholdings and payments to employees.
 
Please join us for this lively 90-minute webinar with the opportunity for Q&A that will center on what employers can and should deduct from wages and compensation (and what they are prohibited from withholding) for better wage and hour compliance and avoiding common mistakes.


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Date: April 5, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Time:  10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Members:  $110.00
after Saturday, March 25: $129.00
Non-Members:  $110.00
after Saturday, March 25: $159.00
Apr 11    Webinar: Best Tools for Defense: IME vs. Records Review vs. UR vs. Impairment Rating



When should you get an IME? Is a records review report credible?

This webinar will answer these and other questions, as well as examine the best defense tools and strategies with respect to obtaining and using IMEs, records review reports, utilization reviews and impairment ratings. We will discuss the differences between these tools, their statutory basis and case law relevance, and how to effectively utilize these tools to achieve the employer's litigation objectives.

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Date: April 11, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-552-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Time:  10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
after Saturday, April 1: $129.00
Non-Member: $110.00
after Saturday, April 1: $129.00
Apr 11    Lunch & Learn
This event has been canceled!
Date: April 11, 2017
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.westerndupagechamber.com
Location: 306 Main Street
West Chicago, IL 60185
EMail: team@westerndupagechamber.com
Date/Time Details: 2nd Tuesday each month
Fees/Admission: Registration is required and lunch is complimentary
Apr 11    Webinar: Navigating the ADA through Planning, Policies, and Communication



Does your company have the necessary tools to lay the foundation when dealing
with an employee with a disability? This webinar will provide a review of company policies that will assist in dealing with an employee with a disability and tips on developing and implementing a plan to assure the company is handling situations properly. Communication can be a company’s best resource when handling an employee with a disability.

This presentation will discuss best practices for communicating with employees and thoroughly review numerous situations regarding an employee who is disabled, becomes disabled, or perhaps is being questioned if they are disabled. Participants will also obtain a business step-by-step guide to different disability issues that arise, when handling an employee that may fall under the ADA.


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Date: April 11, 2017
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Time:  1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Member: $110.00
after Saturday, April 8: $129.00
Non-Member: $110.00
after Saturday, April 8: $159.00
Apr 17    State of the City Address - "Partnerships Make it Possible"


The City of West Chicago has announced that the 2017 State of the City Address will be held on Monday, April 17, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 475 Main Street.  The Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the event and provide refreshments prior to the start of the Address at 5:30 p.m.

The State of the City provides residents and businesses an opportunity to learn more about the past year and what is being planned for the future of West Chicago. Mayor Ruben Pineda will deliver the Address and share information on topics most important to citizens including the budget, economic development, community initiatives, and government operations.

This year’s theme, Partnerships Make it Possible, will shine a spotlight on the many ways in which collaboration with other groups and organizations has strengthened programs, services, and community amenities, and benefited the community as a whole.
 
This is a free public event, and seating is provided on a first come first serve basis. For additional information, contact the Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce at (630) 231-3003.
Date: April 17, 2017
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: West Chicago City Hall
475 Main St., West Chicago IL 60185
Contact: City of West Chicago 630-293-2200
EMail: rmackey@westchicago.org
Date/Time Details: Monday, April 17, 2017
Time:  6:00 PM Start
Fees/Admission: Open to the Public
Apr 18    Understanding, Assessing & Responding to Unemployment Claims




This webinar will update you on changes to unemployment insurance regulations plus, how to best assess and respond to unemployment claims effectively. This interactive and informative 90-minute webinar provides a comprehensive analysis of misconduct disqualification, and key principles and practices which, when applied effectively can lead to prompt and cost-efficient resolution of former employee benefit claims.

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Date: April 18, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Fees/Admission: Member: $110.00
after Saturday, April 8: $129.00
Non-Member: $ 110.00
after Saturday, April 8: $159.00
Apr 19    Webinar: Workers’ Compensation 102



The Illinois Workers’ Compensation system is confusing, to say the least. This webinar will delve past the basics of the 2011 act and the reforms and provide helpful information on in-depth topics.
 
Topics include:
• How to calculate the average weekly wage in Illinois
• To consider: Age, marital status and dependents?
• Temporary Total Disability/ Partial disability – what does this mean?
• What is the nature and extent of the injury?
• What about disfigurement?
• Figuring the Wage loss differential
• Amputation losses in workers’ comp claims
• Discovery – and its IMPORTANCE!!!
• Liens and related claims against WC benefits in Illinois
• Surveillance in Illinois workers’ comp – when should it be used?
• Retaliatory discharge
• Handling IL Workers’ comp death claims
• And more!


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Date: April 19, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Members: $110
after Sunday, April 9: $129.00
Non-Member: $110.00
after Sunday, April 9: $159.00
Apr 25    HR Roundtable VIA Skype




The virtual HR Roundtable is designed for people in areas of Illinois where we currently don’t hold in-person meetings. HR Roundtables provide human resources professionals an opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss problems, look for solutions, and discuss important issues in the regulatory environment with peers. These roundtable discussion workshops will enhance you and your company!

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Date: April 25, 2017
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Online via Skype
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Time:  8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Fees/Admission: Intro Price - Try One: $50.00
Yearly Membership (4 Meetings): $190.00
Apr 25    Webinar: Creating, Maintaining & Deleting Your Business and Personnel Records



Be sure to click "Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce" under the "Learn about it from" tab.

In modern business settings, it is becoming more and more important for businesses to implement and administer strong record retention practices both to ensure compliance with applicable laws and to help position the business optimally in the event litigation arises.
 
This 90-minute webinar, led by SmithAmundsen attorney Steven Jados, will instruct employers on best practices designed to limit and avoid costly litigation and administrative claims related to what should and should not be kept in personnel files and business records. Additionally, the webinar will include tips on how to develop and implement practices to smoothly navigate the modern electronic and digital records environment, and much more.

 
Date: April 25, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
 
Fees/Admission: Members: $110.00
$129.00 after Saturday, April 15
Retail: $159.00
Apr 25    Webinar: The ABCDs of Medicare



Be sure to click "Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce" under the "Learn about it from" tab.
Learn the basics of Medicare, from the timeline of when you should start applying to the various levels of coverage and how they function—this webinar will tell you everything you need to know before turning 65.
 
Topics will include:
• What is Medicare?
• Medicare part A, B, C and D
• Medicare Supplement Plans
• Medicare Advantage Plans
• How to Enroll
 
Please join us Thursday, April 20 at 1:30 pm for a live webinar with Larry Cassman, Senior Medicare Specialist. Larry has been educating individuals on Medicare for over 10 years
Date: April 25, 2017
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Contact: Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512
EMail: hrillinois@ilchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, April 20, 2017
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Fees/Admission: FREE