On January 31st, President Trump nominated Judge Neil Gorsuch from the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals to the Supreme Court. If confirmed, he would fill the seat previously held by... read more →
Each new legislative session in Connecticut brings new ideas and often new challenges for employers in the State. Just what might this session bring? Here is a preview of some... read more →
If you own or run a company, you will inevitably face moments when disciplining or terminating an employee is required. Those moments are often the toughest in an employer’s life.... read more →
Many employers in Connecticut do routine criminal, credit and general consumer checks on prospective new employees. If that is your routine as an employer – be careful. The rules are... read more →
Lawsuits from unhappy employees can be time consuming and expensive. If you are facing one and have decided to fight it, consider focusing your attention on developing and implementation of... read more →
With the election of Donald Trump as U.S. president now official, many employers in Connecticut are wondering what impact the new Trump administration will have on labor and employment law.... read more →
We’ve written often about the challenges of owning and/or running a business. It’s not a job for the faint of heart. Perhaps the greatest challenge revolves around managing a workforce.... read more →
A federal judge has issued an injunction to temporarily stop the United States Department of Labor (“DOL”) from implementing its new federal overtime rule nationwide. This rule would have doubled... read more →
The Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services division (“USCIS”) recently issued an updated I-9 form, which employers will be required to use effective January 22, 2017. Before... read more →
The key to making a successful job offer is to view it as a process that starts from the minute you engage a potential candidate. By using a consistent and... read more →