HR News & Trends

As another year begins, it's important for employers to review their employee handbooks in order to keep up with compliance as well as the latest HR trends. Here is everything …

Completing the open enrollment process on time ensures that employees are able to obtain the best health insurance coverage for themselves during the upcoming year. Employers should take an active …

Managing the recruitment process can be one of the most challenging responsibilities for employers and HR professionals. As of 2026, the median time-to-fill is about 39 calendar days for non-executive …

Updated: September 11th, 2026 Before processing payroll in Connecticut, employers need to ensure they are caught up on Connecticut Minimum Wage requirements. Here is everything you need to know about …

Employers often assume that 401(k) plans are reserved only for full-time employees. However, federal rules allow many part-time employees to participate in an employer-sponsored retirement plan when certain eligibility requirements …

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly common in the workplace, including in recruiting, hiring, and general employee management, which may open businesses to unforeseen risks. Because of this, Connecticut has …

On June 7th, 2021, Governor Ned Lamont signed House Bill 6380, also known as “An Act Concerning the Disclosure of Salary Ranges”. This law first went into effect on October …

The Connecticut Paid Sick Leave Act, signed into law on June, 8, 2011, initially required employers with 50 or more employees to provide up to 40 hours of paid sick …

On May 11, 2026, Governor Ned Lamont signed into law House Bill 5003 - Public Act No. 26-12 (Connecticut’s Workforce Development Bill), an omnibus legislation aimed at expanding employee rights …

Today’s hiring market is highly competitive, making it harder for employers to attract qualified candidates who not only meet the role requirements but also contribute positively to company culture and …