Oct 27 2023
Josh Goodbaum Speaks at Connecticut DEI Summit
Last week, Garrison Law partner Josh Goodbaum spoke at the Connecticut Bar Association’s 2023 Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Summit: The Collaborative Blueprint. The event took place at UConn Law. Along […]
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Oct 26 2023
Garrison Law Welcomes Associate Attorney Meaghan C. Kirby
Garrison Law is pleased to announce the addition of a new associate attorney to our firm. Meaghan C. Kirby represents Connecticut employees, both inside and outside of the courtroom. In […]
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Oct 25 2023
Does an Employee Have to be Physically Unable to Work to Take Leave Under the FMLA?
Summary: The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows eligible employees to take leave for a serious health condition affecting themselves or a close family member, even if they are […]
Oct 4 2023
What Does 303 Creative v. Elenis Mean for Connecticut Employment Law?
Summary: In 303 Creative v. Elenis, the U.S. Supreme Court held that a business owner couldn’t be compelled to create custom wedding websites for same sex couples if it conflicted […]
Oct 2 2023
Garrison Law Sues Amazon and Contractors Over Windsor Jobsite Nooses
Garrison Law attorneys Steve Fitzgerald, Josh Goodbaum, and Betsy Ingraham have filed a lawsuit on behalf of five electricians against Amazon.com Inc., Wayne J. Griffin Electric Inc., and RC Andersen […]
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Sep 27 2023
Unionizing Student-Athletes: Does the Dartmouth Men’s Basketball Team Have the Right to Unionize?
Summary: The Dartmouth men’s basketball team is seeking to unionize, raising the question of whether student-athletes qualify as employees under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). While most universities don’t […]
Sep 25 2023
What Are My Legal Options if My School Fails to Address a Title IX Complaint?
As it appears on Super Lawyers By Canaan Suitt, J.D. | Last updated on September 25, 2023 Featuring practical insights from contributing attorney Nina T. Pirrotti Understanding your options for […]
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Sep 22 2023
What Laws Protect Against Sex Discrimination?
As it appears on Super Lawyers By Super Lawyers staff | Reviewed by Canaan Suitt, J.D. | Last updated on September 22, 2023 Featuring practical insights from contributing attorney Nina […]
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Sep 20 2023
Evaluating a Job Offer: What Employees Should Consider
Summary: Before accepting a new job, it is essential to review the employment contract with a lawyer. This is especially important when dealing with a startup or an unfamiliar employer. […]
Sep 20 2023
What Is Discrimination Law?
As it appears on Super Lawyers By Super Lawyers staff | Reviewed by Canaan Suitt, J.D. | Last updated on September 20, 2023 Featuring practical insights from contributing attorney Nina […]
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Sep 20 2023
Disability Rights Law: Ensuring Fairness Against Discrimination
As it appears on Super Lawyers By Super Lawyers staff | Reviewed by Canaan Suitt, J.D. | Last updated on September 20, 2023 Featuring practical insights from contributing attorney Nina […]
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Sep 6 2023
Accepting a New Job While You’re Out on FMLA
Josh Goodbaum: Hi, Amanda. Amanda DeMatteis: Hey, Josh. What are we going to chat about today? Goodbaum: I want to talk about the FMLA — an important topic in employment […]
Sep 5 2023
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Quotes Josh Goodbaum on the Risks of Consensual Workplace Relationships
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel – the largest newspaper in Wisconsin – quoted Garrison Law partner Josh Goodbaum last week in a column about a reported romantic relationship between a supervisor […]
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Aug 30 2023
Getting Paid in Stock? Advice from an Employment Lawyer
Summary: Employees receiving stock options should understand the risks involved. Unlike stock grants, options give the right to buy shares later, often in private companies where selling shares is difficult. […]
Aug 23 2023
Can You Be Terminated for Asking for a Raise at Work?
Amanda DeMatteis: Hi, Josh. Josh Goodbaum: Hi, Amanda. What are we talking about today? DeMatteis: We are talking about a person at work who drums up the courage to go […]
