A Checklist of items to consider when reviewing employee handbooks or manuals for private, nonunionized employers in Illinois. It includes discussion of at-will disclaimers, wage and hour policies, leave policies, employee benefits, employee conduct policies, and other provisions. It is intended for use by private employers. This Checklist is designed to comply with Illinois law and the law in key local jurisdictions. Other local laws may impose additional or different requirements. For information on the scope of local law coverage, see Local Law Coverage in Labor & Employment Resources.