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Welcome to the Employment Blog of Madsen, Prestley & Parenteau, LLC, a leading Connecticut law firm dedicated to protecting employee rights. Here, our attorneys share insights on workplace discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and other key employment law topics to help you stay informed and empowered.
For years, courts often told workers they hadn’t suffered enough to prove workplace discrimination. A recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court changed the standards governing claims of discrimination. In Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, a unanimous U.S…
Speaking up when something feels wrong at work isn’t easy. It can be intimidating, isolating, and—depending on your employer’s reaction—risky. But Connecticut whistleblower laws offer meaningful protection for whistleblowers, and understandin…
Most employees in the United States are surprised to learn that the First Amendment doesn’t protect their free speech rights at work—at least not when their employer is a private company. That’s because the Constitution generally applies only t…
Sexual harassment doesn’t just harm people—it poisons entire workplaces. When crude jokes, inappropriate comments, or unwanted advances become part of the culture, employers have a legal obligation to act. And if they don’t, they can be held ac…
No one should have to endure harassment or hostility while at work. A hostile work environment is more than just uncomfortable or personality conflicts. It’s ongoing conduct that directs attacks on an employee to the point of interfering with their…
When your employer hands you a severance agreement, it may feel like the final chapter in your job—but it is not just paperwork. It is a binding legal contract that affects your future. Before you sign anything, take the time to understand what you…
Overtime protections exist to ensure employees are compensated for long hours, yet exemption disputes remain one of the most litigated issues in wage and hour law. The financial penalties for misclassification can be hefty, prompting the Supreme Cour…
Fear and retaliation are the biggest deterrents for employees reporting fraud, abuse, and illegal conduct. Anonymous whistleblowing can reduce that risk, but it’s a more complex protection than checking a box. Laws do not guarantee anonymity, and t…
Losing your job can be overwhelming, especially if you suspect it was unfair or illegal. In Connecticut, wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires someone for unlawful reasons, such as discrimination, retaliation, or refusing to engage in il…
The Connecticut Paid Leave Act, or CTPL, is a program that helps employees in Connecticut by offering financial assistance when they need to step away from work for critical personal or family matters. This law ensures workers can receive partial wag…
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