Tag Archives: Connecticut

Connecticut Medical Marijuana Bill has Implications for Employers

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Royal LLP

The Connecticut legislature just passed a bill allowing for the medical use of marijuana for individuals with a debilitating medical condition. Under the bill, individuals with a medical diagnosis of cancer, glaucoma, HIV, AIDS, Parkinson’s disease, Crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis, … Continue reading →

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Connecticut Employers Reminded to Complete Annual FMLA Form

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Royal LLP

Connecticut companies employing 75 or more employees are subject to the state’s Family and Medical Leave Act and, such, are required to file, on an annual basis, a report to the Labor Commissioner.  As part of this required report, companies … Continue reading →

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Connecticut Legislature Considers Bill Allowing Employees To Bypass CHRO

Posted on February 16, 2010 by Royal LLP

The Connecticut General Assembly is considering legislation that, if passed, would allow employees to file discrimination and harassment claims directly in state court thereby circumventing the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities altogether. The law presently requires that all discrimination … Continue reading →

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