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Paula N. Anthony Participates In “Women In Leadership: Activating The Next Generation Of Women Executives” At Google’s NY Headquarters

Senior Counsel Paula N. Anthony, a member of Pace University’s Women in Business Alumnae Council, recently attended a networking event and panel discussion that addressed the unique challenges and opportunities that young female leaders face, and what they can do to ensure that the glass ceiling is shattered. Attorney Anthony graduated from Pace University with […]

Employers Must Update Their New-Hire Paperwork By January 22nd

Starting January 22, 2017, all employers will be required to use a new I-9 Form, the form used to verify an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States.  I-9s must be completed on all new hires who will perform work in the United States.  Employers may switch to the new form now or may […]

New IDEA Regulations Seek to Address Disproportionality on the Basis of Race and Ethnicity in Students with Disabilities

The United States Department of Education announced a new final regulation under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”).   The final regulations establish one standard States must use in determining (and seeking to eradicate) significant disproportionality based on race or ethnicity within its districts. The goal of the Department of Education […]

Circuit Split Over FAPE Standard Poised for Resolution

Starting on January 11, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments for Endrew F. v. Douglas County School District, an appeal from the Tenth Circuit in which the Court is tasked with determining whether school districts must provide students with disabilities an “educational benefit” that is “more than de minimis” in order to satisfy the requirement […]

BMD Staff Donate Gifts For Local Families

On Friday, December 16, representatives from Alpha Community Services YMCA picked up holiday gifts donated by BMD staff members for 127 children and 60 adults. The firm effort was organized by Attorneys Carolyn Dugas and John Khalil (pictured left). Thanks to all who participated for your incredible generosity!

Reminder – Connecticut Minimum Wage Rises to $10.10 on January 1

Connecticut employers must begin paying $10.10 per hour to their employees on January 1, 2017.  For hotel and restaurant employees who normally receive sufficient gratuities, the employer must pay at least $6.38 per hour ($8.23 for bartenders) under the new minimum wage, but the employee must still make at least $10.10 per hour including tips […]

Westport BMD Presents Donation

Westport Attorneys Ira Bloom present the firm’s annual donation to Jeff Wieser, President of Homes with Hope, a charitable organization offering supportive housing to the homeless. The photo was taken in front of the location for Project Return, one of Homes with Hope’s programs. Project Return offers housing for young women aged 18-24. BMD has […]

Winter safety tips for Connecticut motorists

On behalf of Robert Berchem With treacherous driving conditions prevalent during winter, it is important for Connecticut motorists to take steps to stay safe. During this time of year, Connecticut motorists routinely face some of the most treacherous times to be on the road. The accumulation of snow and ice on the roads during the […]

Changes to Student Discipline Laws Usher in New School Board Duties to Expelled Students

In 2016, the Connecticut General Assembly passed Public Act 16-147, which ushered in a series of changes regarding public school student discipline and expulsions.  Among its many notable provisions, the new law created changes to a Board of Education’s duty to offer an alternative educational opportunity to expelled students. At present, Connecticut law provides that […]

Board Of Selectmen Select Ira Bloom As Town Counsel For Wilton

At a special meeting of the Board of Selectmen held on December 6, 2016, Ira Bloom was named as Town Counsel for Wilton, Connecticut. Bloom’s appointment was the culmination of a formal year-long review process by a legal search committee. Ira Bloom is a Senior Partner with Berchem Moses PC and the Managing Director of […]