Under the Minimum Wage Law and the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act, an employer is obligated to pay an employee for all time worked. The Attorney General's Workplace Rights Bureau protects and advances the employment rights of all Illinois residents.Explains federal and state minimum wage laws and whether you can be fired for asking about the minimum wage. Nothing in this Act shall be construed to discourage or prohibit an employer from allowing the use of paid leave at an earlier date than this Act requires. Drea said former Illinois Gov. How do I know what wages I am owed? You and your employer should agree how much you will be paid for your work before you begin. "(The bill) Proposes to amend the Bill of Rights Article of the Illinois Constitution. Thus, this language would effectively block any future legislative attempt to enact a private sector righttowork law in Illinois. Right to work laws grant workers the freedom to choose whether or not they want to join a union in the workplace.