On June 25, 2019, the State of Connecticut enacted the Paid Family and Medical Leave Authority, which created a comprehensive paid family and medical leave insurance program in Connecticut. The paid leave benefit will be funded by a 0.5…
On June 25, 2019, the State of Connecticut enacted the Paid Family and Medical Leave Authority, which created a comprehensive paid family and medical leave insurance program in Connecticut. The paid leave benefit will be funded by a 0.5…
The misclassification of employees as independent contractors, presents a serious issue for affected employees, employers, and to the economy. Misclassified employees are often denied access to critical benefits and protections such as family and medical leave, overtime, minimum wage and…
During its October, 2011 Special Session, the Connecticut General Assembly adopted, and on October 27, 2011, Governor Malloy signed into law, House Bill No. 6801, An Act Promoting Economic Growth and Job Creation in the State (the “Act”). One of…
Recently enacted legislation makes significant changes to Section 12-700(a) of the General Statutes retroactive to January 1, 2011. Employers and taxpayers need to perform catch-up withholding for the current tax year. The following is a brief overview of the changes…
Unemployment Insurance benefits are financed by employers through the payment of taxes. Because of the severe economic recession, unemployment has risen to a current level of 9.1% nationally. In October of 2009, Connecticut’s Unemployment Trust Fund became insolvent and in…