It is that time of year when many of the changes from the Legislative process go into effect. On October 1, a number of new and revised laws went into effect which impact Connecticut employers. Those laws are summarized as follows: Public Act No. 25-12 – this Legislation removes an administrative law judge’s (ALJ) discretion […]
Even before his first week in office, President Trump made clear his intent to follow through on campaign promises of mass deportation of undocumented persons. In the first week in office he issued an executive order that rescinds the Biden-era administration guidelines regarding enforcement actions at or near sensitive facilities such as schools and hospitals. […]
A recently published study by a law professor and a political science professor revealed that plaintiffs in sexual harassment lawsuits brought in Federal District Court between 2016 and 2020 were seven times more likely to prevail than pre-#metoo claims. Exactly why is not clear. Some legal commentators suspect judges have been swayed by the social […]
There are signs that inflation is beginning to loosen its grip on the American wallet, but costs remain a major concern for the public. Gas prices have started to decrease, but groceries, medical care, and rent have continued to become more expensive. What can employers do to address the situation for their employees while preserving […]
In the waning hours of the recently concluded session, the Legislature added a provision to a bill on childhood mental health requiring that all certified staff having direct contact with students receive a minimum uninterrupted lunch of 30 minutes. While legislation (C.G.S. §10-156a) already existed requiring that teachers be provided a duty free lunch, it […]
Continuing the trend in an already pro-union state, the General Assembly is considering a “captive audience” bill which would outlaw “captive audience” meetings by employers in response to union organizing efforts. For decades, federal and state law has permitted employers to hold mandatory meetings during work hours where they would have an opportunity to explain […]
