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High Times In The Office – Not So Fast

Posted on October 20, 2021

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Recreational use of cannabis may now be legal for adults but that doesn’t mean you can get high at work.

While the state law prohibits employers from termination or otherwise taking adverse action against employees for their recreational...

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Does Your Employer Owe You Overtime Pay?

Posted on October 13, 2021

Your employer expects you to work a certain number of hours every week. When your employer asks or requires you to work more than this expected number of hours, they could owe you overtime pay.

Federal overtime provisions contained in the Fair Labor Standards Act state that all employees...

Does Your Employer Owe You Overtime Pay? Continue reading…

How Do You Prove Wrongful Termination?

Posted on September 15, 2021

When you lose your job, you lose more than just a regular income. It can create confusion and frustration, especially if you feel that your employer used wrongful termination.

According to Connecticut law, an employer can terminate an employee at will, unless the employee can prove that...

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Gary Phelan Talks To WICC About Proof Of COVID Vaccination

Posted on August 30, 2021

Gary Phelan talks to WICC about businesses requiring proof of COVID vaccination in order to enter certain establishments.

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Mitchell, Sheahan & Slippen, P.C. Is Pleased To Announce The Recognition Of Two Of Its Attorneys As “Lawyers Of The Year”

Posted on August 19, 2021

Congratulations to Peg Sheahan and Bob Mitchell on being recognized by Best Lawyers® as “Lawyers of the Year” for 2022!

How Will The FMLA Law Affect Workers In Connecticut?

Posted on August 10, 2021

Perhaps your widowed mother has recently been diagnosed with a serious medical condition. She will require help as she goes through a treatment regimen.

You and your spouse have full-time jobs and you also have two young children to look after. Still, you wish to take care of your...

How Will The FMLA Law Affect Workers In Connecticut? Continue reading…

Can Your Employer Require You To Get A COVID-19 Vaccine?

Posted on August 4, 2021

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Gary Phelan Talks To News 12 Connecticut About Employee Vaccinations

Posted on August 2, 2021

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Jessica Slippen Talks To Radio WICC About The New Connecticut Requirement For Employers To Disclose Certain Wage And Salary Information

Posted on July 29, 2021

Jessica Slippen on WICC 7.28.21

She Makes What? Mandating Salary Disclosure And Equal Pay

Posted on July 26, 2021

She makes what? Mandating salary disclosure and equal pay

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