Published
July 5, 2025
If you worked at Viking Chemical Company in Illinois in the last five years and were asked about your family medical history, you may have a claim under the state Genetic Information Privacy Act.
About This Viking Chemical GIPA Investigation
If you currently work for Viking Chemical Company in Illinois, or did so within the last five years, and were asked about your family's medical history, you may be entitled to compensation. A legal investigation is underway into potential violations of the Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act (GIPA) by Viking Chemical.Under GIPA, it is illegal for an employer in Illinois to request, require, or purchase genetic information—including details about an employee's family medical history—except under very limited circumstances. Asking these types of questions during the hiring process, job interviews, or while employed may violate your rights under state law. Founded in 1956, Viking Chemical has built a solid reputation over nearly seven decades, focusing on commodity and specialty chemical distribution.
Status
Open Investigation
attorneys are reviewing Viking Chemical GIPA submissions
Claim Deadline
Ongoing
no filing deadline set — submissions are being reviewed now
Estimated Payout
Varies
GIPA provides statutory damages per violation
Proof Required
Yes
Illinois employment within the last five years and family-history questions
What Is GIPA?
The Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act is one of the strongest genetic privacy laws in the country. It prohibits employers from collecting or using genetic information—including questions about your parents', siblings', or children's health conditions—when making employment-related decisions. This includes:• Job interviews,
• Pre-employment screenings,
• Workplace wellness programs,
• Conversations with supervisors or HR.
Employers that violate GIPA can face significant legal consequences, including financial penalties and civil liability.
Who May Qualify for a Payout
You may qualify to participate in this legal action if:• You live or worked in Illinois,
• You were employed by Viking Chemical Company within the last five years,
• You were asked about your family's medical history at any point during your employment or hiring process.
If you were asked questions such as “Does cancer run in your family?” or “Have any of your relatives had heart disease?”, those may qualify as genetic information under the law.
Why This Matters
Asking about genetic or family medical history can influence employment decisions—intentionally or not—based on perceived future health risks. That's exactly what GIPA was designed to prevent. Protecting workers from discrimination based on genetic or hereditary conditions is critical, especially as health data becomes more accessible.What You Can Do
If you believe your rights under GIPA were violated while working at Viking Chemical in Illinois, you can request a free, confidential case evaluation. A law firm investigating potential violations is currently reviewing submissions from employees who may have been impacted.Free settlement alerts
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