Remote work has transformed the working environment, offering flexibility for employees and employers alike. While remote work provides countless benefits, this shift has introduced new complexities for managing workplace conduct. While harassment ma…
Even though they are not legally required, severance agreements are commonly used to smooth the transition when an employee leaves a company. These agreements provide clarity, help ensure a fair deal for everyone involved, and are one way companies t…
When an employee takes Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave, the law promises job protection. But too often, workers return to find that their duties, pay, or even titles have changed. Employers may claim it’s a business necessity, but in many…
As an employee, you likely send dozens of messages a day, log into multiple sites, and sometimes even check a personal account during a quick break. But a question lingers in the background: how much of this can your employer see? The truth is that e…
Severance Pay Laws: Understanding Your Rights and Agreements Losing a job is never easy, even when employment is at-will. In Connecticut, most employees work under at-will rules, meaning an employer can terminate employment at any time, for almost an…
Losing your job can feel like having the rug pulled out from under you. Between the emotional stress and financial pressure, you’re left scrambling for answers, especially with severance pay and your right to collect unemployment benefits. If youâ€â€¦
Non-compete agreements have become common in many industries, but that doesn’t mean they’re always valid or fair. If you’ve been asked to sign one, or if you’re leaving a job and wondering what restrictions might follow you, it’s important…
When companies downsize, workers are often left feeling blindsided. The news of mass layoffs, especially following big profits or corporate restructuring, can be jarring. But just because a company claims a layoff was necessary doesn’t mean every t…
Connecticut continues to lead the region in raising workplace standards. As of January 1, 2025, the state’s minimum wage increased to $16.35 per hour. But fair pay means nothing without enforcement. That’s why Connecticut also backs worke…
Not every bad day at work means the law has been broken. But when harassment or discrimination becomes severe or persistent, it can create hostile work environments, and that’s when your employer can be held legally responsible. If you’re dea…
What should a company do to accommodate a disabled worker?
The Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA] specifies failure to provide a ‘reasonable accommodation’ as illegal discrimination. Under the ADA, a reasonable accommodation is defined as environmental employment changes designed to allow a disable… Read More
How can I prove that my pregnancy caused me to be discriminated against at work?
Federal and state laws prohibit pregnancy discrimination in employment. The prohibition not only protects the pregnant employee from wrongful termination, but from discriminatory treatment in the terms and conditions of employment—such as pay, b… Read More