From Lawyer to Employer: Season 4, Episode 11 | Connecticut’s New Employment Laws: What Employers Need to Do Before October 1

Connecticut employers have just a few months to prepare for sweeping new workplace laws taking effect this fall.

In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, host Dan Schwartz is joined by Shipman attorney Sarah Niemiroski to break down the most significant employment law changes from the 2026 Connecticut legislative session. Together, they discuss new wage transparency requirements, expanded lactation accommodations, ADA notice obligations, restrictions on training repayment agreements, pay stub transparency rules, construction industry compliance updates, and Connecticut’s new AI Responsibility and Transparency Act.

They also share practical steps employers should be taking now to prepare for the October 1 effective date and close the episode with an exciting announcement about the future of the podcast. Whether you’re an HR professional, business leader, or in-house counsel, this episode provides the practical guidance you need to stay ahead of these important changes.