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HR Hotline: Can We Cut Hours During Slow Periods?

Q: Can I require my staff to take a reduction in hours during a slow period for business? A: Generally, yes. Connecticut employers can…

Your Chatbot Can’t Keep a Secret

The following article was first published on Shipman & Goodwin…

DOL Reinforces Withdrawal of 80/20 Rule for Tipped Employees

The following article first appeared in the Insights section of Littler Mendelson’s website….

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United States Department of Labor, DOL

US DOL Proposes Overhauling Independent Contractor Rule

The U.S. Department of Labor announced a new proposed...

ADA

CBIA 2026 Human Resources Conference

CBIA’s annual Human Resources Conference—the essential event for HR professionals...

United States Department of Labor, DOL

DOL Sets New Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors

The following article first appeared in the News & Analysis section of...

Artificial Intelligence

Labor Committee Recycles Old Mandate Proposals

The Labor and Public Employee Committee‘s first meeting of the 2026...

State Supreme Court: Security Screenings Count as ‘Hours Worked’

The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled Feb. 5 that employees...

Final Paycheck

Don’t Let Final Wage Payments Trip Up Your Business

A recent class action lawsuit against a national delivery...

DOL Offers Reminders on Exempt Classification Decisions

The following article first appeared in the News & Analysis section of...

Jan. 1 Brings 3.6% Minimum Wage Increase

Connecticut’s hourly minimum wage increased 3.6% to $16.94 on...

Employee Benefits

What Paid Holidays Will Connecticut Employers Offer in 2026?

CBIA surveys its members each fall to find out...

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