Coronavirus: can I receive unemployment compensation if I have paid time off but elect not to use it?

The Connecticut Department of Labor has answers to such questions. Click on the following link: https://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/DOLCOVIDFAQ.PDF

Can state employees sue their employer? If so, how could the lawsuit become a class action suit?

Both federal law and Connecticut law require employees to be paid for all hours worked. If an employer knowingly assigns more work than can be...

In general, Connecticut does not allow an employer to retaliate against an employee who complains to a public body of illegal actions by the...

Will I get in trouble with my employer if I tell them I won’t work 7 days a week and work like 12 hours a day?

Connecticut generally does not permit an employer to require an employee to work more than six days in a calendar week, over the employee's...

Can I leave my current employer to work for another employer?

A non-compete agreement in Connecticut must be reasonable in both time and geographic scope. A three year/50 mile non-compete might fail on one or...

What to include in Early Resolution notice to employer?

Without seeing the specific agreement, it is difficult to comment on the terms. As a general rule, it's a good idea to try a non-confrontational...

Can my employer require overtime but not pay for it?

Under both Connecticut and Federal law, it is not sufficient merely to put someone on salary to avoid paying them overtime. The employee must also...

HIPPA Violation-Overheard my manager discussing my mental illness with other employees. What are my rights?

The HIPAA Privacy Rule generally applies only to covered entities – health plans, health care clearinghouses, and certain health care providers. ...

Can I pursue legal action because I feel I was wrongfully terminated?

In Connecticut, most employment is "employment at will," which means your employer can terminate you for any reason or for no reason at all. If...

In Connecticut, most employment is "employment at will," which means that your employer can fire you for any reason, or for no reason at all. That...