Privacy DOJ sues Illinois over updated workplace privacy law State rules could help illegal workers flee immigration authorities, attorney general claims iStock.com/pabradyphoto Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Tuesday 06 May 2025 The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Illinois, arguing that the state’s worker privacy provisions interfere with the federal government’s crackdown on illegal immigrants. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Privacy BIPA reform makes biometric monitoring easier for Illinois firms Disputes Illinois federal judge throws employers lifeline in BIPA claims Data Protection Employee tracking breach highlights data protection risk Discrimination Clorox’s DEI plan ample evidence to revive reverse bias suit