After four days of hearings and the filing of post-hearing briefs, as well as reply briefs, the City of New Haven prevailed in a matter before the State Board of Labor Relations (SBLR). The complaint filed by the New Haven Fire Union (IAFF AFL-CIO, Local 825) against the City of New Haven alleged discrimination against a […]
On April 4th, 2024, Attorney Chris Hodgson presented on the topic of “What is the Right Design for your Community?” to the Government Finance Officers Association of Connecticut, a group of over 400 state and local government finance officers and others. The Association is committed to promoting professionalism and excellence in government financial management by […]
On March 21, 2024 a Milford Court returned a verdict in favor of the Town of Seymour in a lawsuit brought by Phoumareth Phouangphiarith, a Seymour police officer, against the Town. The officer sought to permanently prohibit the Town from removing him from his present position as a temporary acting Sergeant. Although a temporary, ex […]
Berchem Moses PC won an important victory at the Connecticut Supreme Court for the Town of Madison in a decision that will impact municipal police departments throughout the state. Floyd Dugas argued the case on behalf of the Town from the Freedom of Information Commission (“FOIC”) through an appeal to the Connecticut Superior Court, and […]
On January 31, 2024, a New Haven jury returned a verdict in favor of the Town of Stratford in a lawsuit brought by Anthony Zona, a Stratford police officer, against the Town. Anthony Zona claimed that he was suspended without pay for exercising his free speech rights and that the suspension was excessive. The Plaintiff […]
