The Illinois Department of Labor has initiated an investigation into Essendant following a complaint concerning the state's Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act. This inquiry will examine whether proper notice was given to employees and if compensation was adequate. The investigation is separate from a federal lawsuit also filed against the company. Essendant is undergoing significant layoffs and facility closures. The department has not yet determined if Essendant violated any laws.
Chicago, Illinois
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