Disability Law Allows Withholdings From Employees' Benefits

The Illinois Appellate Court ruled that the Public Employee Disability Act does not prohibit an employer from withholding taxes from a worker’s benefits. Case: Bitner v. City of Pekin, No. 4-23-0718, 08/05/2024, published. Facts: Christopher Bitner and John Brooks worked for the City of Pekin, and both received benefits under the Public Employee Disability Act. The law provides for the continuation of full pay for law enforcement officers, corrections officers, firefighters and state employees who suffer disabling injuries in the line of duty. Procedural history: Bitner and...