It’s not very often that the Connecticut Supreme Court considers employment law issues. But today, two notable cases are being argued in front of the court. Both could have an impact on employers in the state. In Patino v. Birken Manufacturing, the court is being asked to consider whether a hostile work environment harassment claim… Continue Reading
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Law & Technology Symposium: A Recap and Announcing the Winners of the Supreme Tweet Contest
Posted in UncategorizedBy all accounts, Friday’s Law & Technology Symposium by the Connecticut Bar Foundation was a smashing success. Over 125 people attended with dozens more watching online. But beyond the numbers was the feedback from the attendees who appreciated the symposium for the content it delivered. It’ll soon be posted on the internet for download and we’ll… Continue Reading
BREAKING: U.S. Supreme Court Agrees to Consider New Haven Firefighters Case
Posted in LitigationThe U.S. Supreme Court today agreed to consider the case of New Haven, Connecticut firefighers who alleged reverse discrimination when the city denied them promotions despite high test scores, ostensibly out of fears that the test may have discriminated against minority applicants. I’ve covered the case, Ricci v. DeStefano, previously here and here, and will post more… Continue Reading
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