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Donald Anderson

Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Seminar Series: Navigating the Evolving Workplace: Key Takeaways from 2025 – And Looking Ahead to 2026

Connecticut employers faced a year of significant legal and regulatory developments in 2025. Spanning from January through June, Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Webinar Series delivered timely insights into the most pressing… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Collective Bargaining, Employee Benefits, Employee Monitoring

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Russell Anderson

FinCEN Eliminates BOI Reporting for U.S. Companies under the Corporate Transparency Act

On March 21, 2025 FinCEN published an interim final rule that eliminates “beneficial ownership information” (BOI) reporting requirements for all domestic companies… more

Beneficial Owner, Business Entities, Corporate Transparency Act, Filing Requirements, Final Rules

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Michael Andreana

Update on the Reconciliation Package: Municipal Bonding Priorities

Pullman & Comley’s Public Finance tax attorneys are pleased to bring you the latest development on the budget reconciliation front as it relates to municipal bonding. Last Thursday, September 9, 2021, the House Ways and Means… more

Biden Administration, Budget Reconciliation, Capital Expenditures, Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Financial Institutions

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David Atkins

Solicitation of Potential Clients by a Law Firm’s Employees or Agents

Are there limits on employees or agents of a law firm soliciting work for the firm from individuals known or reasonably believed to be in need of legal services for a particular matter? In a recently issued opinion, the ABA’s… more

American Bar Association (ABA), Business Development, Client Representation, Client Services, Law Practice Management

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Morris Banks

Why a Charitable Lead Trust is an Attractive Gift Vehicle

A charitable lead trust (CLT) is a vehicle in which a donor funds a trust that makes fixed payments to charity over a specified period of time. The designated charity receives the benefits in the early years, while the donor’s… more

Beneficiaries, Charitable Donations, Charitable Trusts, Donors, Estate Planning

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Livia DeFilippis Barndollar

Co-parenting During the Pandemic: Here’s What Parents Need to Know

“HELP – Parenting Emergency!” Almost daily since the pandemic began, this subject line has appeared in our inboxes… more

Child Custody, Co-Parenting, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Custody, Emergency Management Plans

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Collin Baron

Connecticut Department of Public Health Issues Two Orders Providing Patients with Disabilities and Minors with a Limited Right to Receive Visitors in Certain Facilities During Pandemic

In case you missed it, the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) issued two Orders last week affecting patients with disabilities and patients who are minors in certain health care facilities. Both Orders went into… more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Disabilities, Disabled Children, Healthcare Facilities, Hospitals

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Daniel Barrack

The Impact of Natural Disasters on Municipal Financing and Disclosure

The wildfires in Southern California earlier this year were another sobering reminder of the devastating impact of natural disasters on local communities, and Connecticut is certainly not immune… more

Climate Change, Connecticut, Disclosure Requirements, Environmental Social & Governance (ESG), Financing

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Campbell Barrett

The Impact of the Coronavirus Shutdown on Alimony and Child Support Orders

The world has changed in the past two weeks. The support agreement you negotiated in 2018 or 2019 may be in jeopardy. With the economy in a state of turmoil, the coronavirus already has impacted many people’s weekly earnings… more

Child Custody, Child Support, Child Support Modification, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Family Law Courts

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Margaret Bartiromo

Medicare Telehealth Rules After January 30, 2026: What Practitioners Need to Know Now

During the COVID-19 public health emergency, the federal government eased some of the restrictions placed on the provision of health care services through telehealth for Medicare beneficiaries… more

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Connecticut, Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Health Care Providers

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Marshall Berger

Why Mediate a Land Use Dispute?

When disputes arise over land use issues, whether it is the approval or denial of a land use application, we have traditionally turned to our judicial system for their resolution. Indeed, in Connecticut, we have been fortunate… more

Construction Disputes, Construction Project, Environmental Policies, Land Use Claims, Land Use Restrictions

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Isabelle Bibet-Kalinyak

Key 2025 Connecticut Health Care Case Law

Pullman & Comley’s annual review of significant health care case law highlights important decisions issued in 2025 by Connecticut state courts and the federal District Court in Connecticut… more

Connecticut, Constitutional Challenges, Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing, CT Supreme Court, Drug Pricing

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Kathryn Boucher

DEEP Issues Final Request for Proposals from Private Developers of Zero Carbon Energy Using Onshore Wind, Solar and Co-located Energy Storage – Bids Due October 10, 2025

On September 10, 2025, the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) released a final expedited Request for Proposal (RFP)… more

Clean Energy, Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Energy Projects, Energy Storage

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David Bussolotta

Ringing in 2024 with Updates on Estate and Gift Taxes

The New Year brings with it new estate and gift tax exemption and exclusion amounts. In 2017, a new tax law doubled the federal estate and gift tax exemption. And that exemption amount has increased each year between 2018 and… more

Connecticut, Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estate-Tax Exemption, Gift Tax

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Megan Youngling Carannante

Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Seminar Series: Navigating the Evolving Workplace: Key Takeaways from 2025 – And Looking Ahead to 2026

Connecticut employers faced a year of significant legal and regulatory developments in 2025. Spanning from January through June, Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Webinar Series delivered timely insights into the most pressing… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Collective Bargaining, Employee Benefits, Employee Monitoring

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Laura Bellotti Cardillo

What to Do If You Disagree with Your FY2026 Property Tax Assessment in Massachusetts - Deadlines for Massachusetts Abatement Applications Fast Approaching

January 1 is the date when most third quarter tax bills are mailed in Massachusetts; therefore, under M.G.L. Chapter 59, abatement applications must be filed with local property tax assessors’ offices on or before Monday,… more

Appeals, County Assessors, Filing Deadlines, Municipalities, Property Tax

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Kimberly Catala

Off-Campus and Online? Second Circuit to Weigh in on Student Discipline and Social Media

A pending case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit may have a direct impact on Connecticut Schools’ ability to discipline students for speech that occurs via social media… more

Appeals, Appellate Courts, Connecticut, First Amendment, Free Speech

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Meagan Cauda

Show Me the Money: When and How You Can Recover Attorney’s Fees Following a Successful Appeal

One of the questions that comes up often in the context of appeals is whether a successful party to an appeal may recover their attorney’s fees, and if so, under what circumstances. As usual, the short answer is our favorite… more

American Rule, Appeals, Appellate Courts, Attorney's Fees, Breach of Contract

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Adam Cohen

Supreme Court Says No to Equity Forfeiture in Tax Foreclosures

In 14 of our 50 states, laws are on the books that say when authorities foreclose real estate for unpaid taxes, the government is entitled to keep the full auction proceeds - even beyond the owner’s debt obligation. Enabled by… more

Foreclosure, Property Tax, Property Valuation, Reversal, SCOTUS

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Joshua Cole

Manufacturing Updates - Spring 2021

Welcome to Manufacturing Updates, Pullman & Comley’s new quarterly publication that summarizes important legal developments for manufacturers. Manufacturing Updates brings together insights from attorneys across our many… more

Acquisition Agreements, American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, COBRA, Federal Contractors, Land Use Restrictions

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Stephen Cowherd

Medicare Telehealth Rules After January 30, 2026: What Practitioners Need to Know Now

During the COVID-19 public health emergency, the federal government eased some of the restrictions placed on the provision of health care services through telehealth for Medicare beneficiaries… more

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Connecticut, Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Health Care Providers

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Sebastian D'Acunto

Ringing in 2024 with Updates on Estate and Gift Taxes

The New Year brings with it new estate and gift tax exemption and exclusion amounts. In 2017, a new tax law doubled the federal estate and gift tax exemption. And that exemption amount has increased each year between 2018 and… more

Connecticut, Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estate-Tax Exemption, Gift Tax

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Lauren Davies

Is It Time to Update Your Estate Planning?

An estate plan allows a person to direct where their assets go on their death—having your estate planning in order allows your voice and your wishes to be heard. If you die without an estate plan, your wishes may not be… more

Advanced Care Directives, Asset Management, Beneficiaries, Divorce, Estate Planning

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Sandra Dawson

Extension for Issuance of 30-Year Municipal Bonds

During the 2022 Legislative Session, the General Assembly passed, and the Governor signed into law, HB 5506, commonly referred to as the Implementer (the “New Law”). For municipalities issuing bonds and refunding bonds, prior… more

Bonds, Connecticut, Municipal Bonds, Municipal Securities Issuers, Municipalities

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Danielle Erickson

How the De Facto Parentage Provision of the Connecticut Parentage Act May Affect Your Estate Plan

In Connecticut, it is now possible to be a legal parent to a child who is not your biological descendent or adopted child. This can be accomplished by becoming a “de facto parent.”… more

Beneficiaries, Beneficiary Designations, Connecticut, Custody, Estate Planning

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Liana Feinn

DEEP Finalizes Release-Based Cleanup Regulations: What Property Owners Need to Know

Since the last half of 2020, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has been working with a statutorily created working group to develop Release-Based Cleanup regulations, as contemplated by… more

Connecticut, Contaminated Properties, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Environmental Liability, Environmental Policies

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Monte Frank

Governor Lamont Suspends Statutes of Limitations in Connecticut in Executive Order 7G

In Executive Order 7G, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont took the unprecedented step of suspending most of the state’s statutes of limitations, effective March 19, 2020, thereby holding in abeyance the deadlines by which most… more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Executive Orders, Litigation Strategies, Relief Measures, Rules of Civil Procedure

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Sharon Kowal Freilich

Understanding Section 409A and Its Implications for Employers and Employment Agreements

Prior to the enactment of Section 409A, no single section of the Internal Revenue Code governed taxation of nonqualified deferred compensation. Income inclusion of deferred compensation was historically governed by a variety of… more

Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Employment Contract, Executive Compensation, Income Taxes

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Andrew Glassman

U.S. Senate Passes Funding Bill with Hemp Regulation Provision

The United States Senate passed a funding package, intended to end the government shutdown. Included in that package is an important provision to close a loophole in the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (aka the 2018 Farm… more

Agribusiness, Federal Bans, Funding, Government Shutdown, Hemp

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Matthew Glennon

U.S. Senate Passes Funding Bill with Hemp Regulation Provision

The United States Senate passed a funding package, intended to end the government shutdown. Included in that package is an important provision to close a loophole in the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (aka the 2018 Farm… more

Agribusiness, Federal Bans, Funding, Government Shutdown, Hemp

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Irve Goldman

BANKRUPTCY BEAT: Connecticut Supreme Court Rules that New Homestead Law Applies to Protect up to $250,000 in Equity in a Home from Debts Incurred Prior to Act’s Effective Date

In an important ruling for personal bankruptcy cases in Connecticut, the Connecticut Supreme Court has ruled that Connecticut’s new homestead law, which increased the exempt amount of a “homestead” from $75,000 to $250,000, can… more

Bankruptcy Court, Connecticut, Consumer Bankruptcy, CT Supreme Court, Equity

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Jessica Grossarth Kennedy

The Impact of Natural Disasters on Municipal Financing and Disclosure

The wildfires in Southern California earlier this year were another sobering reminder of the devastating impact of natural disasters on local communities, and Connecticut is certainly not immune… more

Climate Change, Connecticut, Disclosure Requirements, Environmental Social & Governance (ESG), Financing

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Nancy Hancock

Major Changes in Connecticut Cannabis Laws for 2024: What You Need to Know

Several new laws and amendments went into effect last week on, July 1, 2024, bringing major changes to the cannabis and hemp industry in Connecticut. Here's a detailed look at the primary bill, Public Act 24-76 (the “Act”), and… more

Agribusiness, Cannabis Products, Cannabis-Related Businesses (CRBs), Licenses, Marijuana

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Joshua Hawks-Ladds

Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Seminar Series: Navigating the Evolving Workplace: Key Takeaways from 2025 – And Looking Ahead to 2026

Connecticut employers faced a year of significant legal and regulatory developments in 2025. Spanning from January through June, Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Webinar Series delivered timely insights into the most pressing… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Collective Bargaining, Employee Benefits, Employee Monitoring

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Lee Hoffman

Connecticut DEEP Issues Comprehensive Guidance for Environmental Release Characterization

Overview The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has released the "Release Characterization Guidance" (RCG), a detailed roadmap for environmental professionals tasked with investigating,… more

Connecticut, Contamination, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Environmental Policies, Environmental Site Assessment

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Robert Holzberg

Notes From the Judge: Keys to a Successful Mediation

Almost eight years ago I authored an article titled “10 Tips for a Successful Mediation,” and here we are more than 1,000 mediations and arbitrations later. I thought now would be a good time to revisit that topic based on… more

Arbitration, Arbitrators, Best Practices, Client Services, Mediation

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Dana Hrelic

Show Me the Money: When and How You Can Recover Attorney’s Fees Following a Successful Appeal

One of the questions that comes up often in the context of appeals is whether a successful party to an appeal may recover their attorney’s fees, and if so, under what circumstances. As usual, the short answer is our favorite… more

American Rule, Appeals, Appellate Courts, Attorney's Fees, Breach of Contract

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Karen Jeffers

January 1 Brings Big Changes to CT’s Family and Medical Leave Law. Is Your Company Ready?

The Connecticut Family and Medical Leave Act (CT FMLA) generally requires private-sector employers to provide unpaid, job-protected leave to employees for various reasons related to their health, the health of a family member or… more

Employee Benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Labor Reform, Medical Leave, Paid Family Leave Law

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Jonathan Kaplan

Executions On Commercial Evictions and Limited Residential Evictions Can Proceed Starting September 2, 2020

Although Governor Lamont’s Executive Orders did not stay commercial evictions, they were practically stayed as the Judicial Branch imposed a stay on the service of any execution of eviction – the final step necessary to re-take… more

Commercial Leases, Commercial Property Owners, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Eviction, Executive Orders

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George Kasper

Understanding Section 409A and Its Implications for Employers and Employment Agreements

Prior to the enactment of Section 409A, no single section of the Internal Revenue Code governed taxation of nonqualified deferred compensation. Income inclusion of deferred compensation was historically governed by a variety of… more

Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Employment Contract, Executive Compensation, Income Taxes

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Melinda Kaufmann

Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Seminar Series: Navigating the Evolving Workplace: Key Takeaways from 2025 – And Looking Ahead to 2026

Connecticut employers faced a year of significant legal and regulatory developments in 2025. Spanning from January through June, Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Webinar Series delivered timely insights into the most pressing… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Collective Bargaining, Employee Benefits, Employee Monitoring

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Brion Kirsch

Manufacturing Updates - Fall 2021

Welcome to Manufacturing Updates, Pullman & Comley’s quarterly publication that summarizes important legal developments for manufacturers. Manufacturing Updates brings together insights from attorneys across our many practice… more

Consumer Financial Products, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Data Privacy, Employer Mandates, Financial Services Industry

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Frederic Lee Klein

Connecticut Landlords Beware: RUBs Billing is Illegal in Multiunit Properties

A little more than a year after Ratio Utility Billing (RUB) was declared illegal by the Connecticut Supreme Court, some landlords are still using it. Moreover, some billing vendors are still advertising RUB billing for… more

Commercial Property Owners, Connecticut, Electricity, Judicial Authority, Landlords

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Michael Kurs

New Billing Codes for At-Home Acute Kidney Injury Renal Dialysis

Earlier this year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) confirmed that, effective January 1, 2025, CMS will pay for acute kidney injury (AKI) renal dialysis treatments at-home at the daily rate based on… more

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Health Care Providers, Health Insurance, Healthcare, Home Health Agencies

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Thomas Lambert

Five Tips for Municipalities to Keep in Mind When Embarking on Construction Projects

Municipalities are some of the largest land developers in the state, accounting for building projects that include everything from schools and stadiums, municipal buildings - such as fire departments or public works facilities,… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Project, Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Municipalities, Public Projects

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Bianca LoGiurato

Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Seminar Series: Navigating the Evolving Workplace: Key Takeaways from 2025 – And Looking Ahead to 2026

Connecticut employers faced a year of significant legal and regulatory developments in 2025. Spanning from January through June, Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Webinar Series delivered timely insights into the most pressing… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Collective Bargaining, Employee Benefits, Employee Monitoring

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Michael Marafito

Don’t Leave Money on the Table: The Deadline to Appeal Your Connecticut Property Assessment is Around the Corner

If you disagree with your property tax assessment, the deadline to file a formal appeal with your local Board of Assessment Appeals (BAA) is fast approaching… more

Administrative Appeals, Connecticut, Filing Deadlines, Municipalities, Property Owners

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Randall Mathieson

Alert: 2016 Round-Up: Key Decisions Affecting Connecticut Health Care Providers

Connecticut state and federal courts faced a number of significant health care issues last year. We have summarized those cases that we think are particularly relevant to Connecticut hospitals, group practices and individual… more

Drug Pricing, EMTALA, Health Care Providers, Health Insurance, Hospitals

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Sean McAuliffe

A Practical Guide to the Connecticut Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act

Litigators handling disputes that extend across state lines know that obtaining discovery can be cumbersome. Fortunately, Connecticut has taken steps to streamline this process… more

Client Services, Commercial Litigation, Connecticut, Depositions, Discovery

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Brian McCann

Upcoming 2024 Municipal Revaluations in Connecticut

A number of Connecticut municipalities listed below are scheduled to conduct real property revaluations effective October 1, 2024… more

Connecticut, Fair Market Value, Municipalities, Property Owners, Property Tax

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John Moore

Blown Coverage Is Not Just a Football Issue

Blown coverage, as every football fan knows, has cost many a game. What defense lawyers need to understand, though, is that failing to work out solvable coverage issues among themselves has kneecapped many a mediation… more

Bodily Injury, Car Accident, Damages, Dispute Resolution, Insurance Claims

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D. Robert Morris

Understanding Section 409A and Its Implications for Employers and Employment Agreements

Prior to the enactment of Section 409A, no single section of the Internal Revenue Code governed taxation of nonqualified deferred compensation. Income inclusion of deferred compensation was historically governed by a variety of… more

Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Employment Contract, Executive Compensation, Income Taxes

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Gary O'Connor

Brownfield Projects Receive a Critical Carve-Out from Connecticut’s Prevailing Wage Laws

A key amendment to the state’s prevailing wage laws was passed by the General Assembly last night (June 3) as part of the passage of the comprehensive State Budget Implementer Bill (Bill No. 7187). The amendment helps resolve a… more

Brownfield Properties, Connecticut, Construction Project, Construction Workers, Contaminated Properties

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Ryan O'Donnell

Connecticut Final Pay Laws: Employer Obligations and the Cost of Non-Compliance

Connecticut maintains some of the strictest final pay requirements in the nation. When employment ends, employers face rigid statutory deadlines. Miss them, and the potential consequences multiply quickly: Double damages… more

Class Action, Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL), Employees, Employer Liability Issues

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Jonathan Orleans

The Supreme Court Imposes New Obligations on Employers to Accommodate Employees’ Religious Practices

In a case decided last month, the U.S. Supreme Court made it more difficult for employers to deny employees’ requests for accommodations for their religious practices, rejecting the understanding of Title VII (the fundamental… more

Civil Rights Act, De Minimus Doctrine, Employer Liability Issues, Groff v DeJoy, Reasonable Accommodation

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Alan Parker

Ringing in 2024 with Updates on Estate and Gift Taxes

The New Year brings with it new estate and gift tax exemption and exclusion amounts. In 2017, a new tax law doubled the federal estate and gift tax exemption. And that exemption amount has increased each year between 2018 and… more

Connecticut, Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estate-Tax Exemption, Gift Tax

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Marie Phelan

House Ways and Means Committee Proposes Expansion of Affordable Housing Financing Incentives in the Reconciliation Package

On September 10, 2021, the House Ways and Means Committee (the “Committee”) released proposed legislation providing for an expansion of affordable housing financing incentives in their portion of the $3.5 trillion reconciliation… more

Affordable Housing, Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Financing, Housing Market, Legislative Agendas

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Jean Perry Phillips

CT DEEP Releases Draft Release-based Cleanup Regulations to Working Group for Review, Comments Due February 6, 2024

The Connecticut General Assembly passed Public Act 20-09 in the fall of 2020 with the promise that the Connecticut Transfer Act would be abolished in favor of a released-based, rather than a transaction-based, remediation… more

Comment Period, Community Development, Connecticut, Economic Development, Environmental Policies

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Elliott Pollack

Getzel Bee Raises Novel Issues

Getzel Bee is the name of a New Jersey limited liability company caught up in a strange condemnation case… more

Appeals, Condemnation, Due Process, Eminent Domain, Judicial Review

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Stacie Provencher

How the De Facto Parentage Provision of the Connecticut Parentage Act May Affect Your Estate Plan

In Connecticut, it is now possible to be a legal parent to a child who is not your biological descendent or adopted child. This can be accomplished by becoming a “de facto parent.”… more

Beneficiaries, Beneficiary Designations, Connecticut, Custody, Estate Planning

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Mary Beth Rapice

Groundbreaking News - Spring 2021

Welcome to Pullman & Comley's Real Estate Newsletter, Groundbreaking News. Written by our team of attorneys, you'll find articles that highlight hot topics and developments spanning the fields of real estate, land use and… more

Commercial Leases, Commercial Real Estate Contracts, Contract Terms, Coronavirus/COVID-19, E-Signatures

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Richard Robinson

The NLRB’s Challenge To Bridgewater’s Confidentiality Clauses: Its Significance For Employers

The NLRB’s new focus on non-union employment has been well–chronicled here. Employment contract provisions thought to be governed only by state contract law principles are now subject to the federal National Labor Relations Act… more

Confidential Information, Confidentiality Agreements, Corporate Counsel, Employment Contract, NLRA

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Timothy Ronan

Governor Lamont Suspends Statutes of Limitations in Connecticut in Executive Order 7G

In Executive Order 7G, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont took the unprecedented step of suspending most of the state’s statutes of limitations, effective March 19, 2020, thereby holding in abeyance the deadlines by which most… more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Executive Orders, Litigation Strategies, Relief Measures, Rules of Civil Procedure

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Christopher Rousseau

Important Lease Concepts Restaurateurs Should Know

As all restaurateurs know, a good location is an essential ingredient in any recipe for long-term success. But controlling costs is also a key factor. Renting your location—rather than actually purchasing real estate… more

Commercial Leases, Commercial Property Owners, Commercial Tenants, Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiations

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Glenn Rybacki

Update on the Reconciliation Package: Municipal Bonding Priorities

Pullman & Comley’s Public Finance tax attorneys are pleased to bring you the latest development on the budget reconciliation front as it relates to municipal bonding. Last Thursday, September 9, 2021, the House Ways and Means… more

Biden Administration, Budget Reconciliation, Capital Expenditures, Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Financial Institutions

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Ryan Schaitkin

Your Board of Assessment Appeals Playbook: Forms, Data Support, and Timing

With the Connecticut Board of Assessment Appeals (BAA) appeal deadline fast approaching, less than 3 weeks remain (in most municipalities) to prepare and file your BAA appeal form… more

Connecticut, Filing Deadlines, Municipalities, Property Owners, Property Tax

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Zachary Schurin

Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Seminar Series: Navigating the Evolving Workplace: Key Takeaways from 2025 – And Looking Ahead to 2026

Connecticut employers faced a year of significant legal and regulatory developments in 2025. Spanning from January through June, Pullman & Comley’s Working Together Webinar Series delivered timely insights into the most pressing… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence, Collective Bargaining, Employee Benefits, Employee Monitoring

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Kelly Scott

The Go-to Guide for Social Media Use During Divorce

In today’s hyper-connected world, social media is an integral part of many people’s daily life — so much so that we often take it for granted. It’s where we share milestones, vent frustrations, and document even the most mundane… more

Child Custody, Data Preservation, Divorce, Electronic Communications, Evidence

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Gregory Servodidio

March 1 Property Tax Appeal Deadline in New Hampshire

A New Hampshire property owner that believes its real property assessment is excessive or disproportionate has until March 1 to file an abatement application with the municipality in which its property is located… more

Filing Deadlines, Municipalities, Property Owners, Property Tax, State and Local Government

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James Shearin

Understanding the Dynamics of a Business Dispute Mediation

Mediating a business dispute is different in many respects than mediating a personal injury suit. This article discusses some of the more important differences and offers guidance on how they may best be addressed… more

Arbitration, Business Disputes, Business Litigation, Damages, Economic Injuries

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Elizabeth Simonetti

Upcoming 2022 Municipal Revaluations in Connecticut

Connecticut municipalities are scheduled to conduct real property revaluations effective October 1, 2022. You may find the complete list of Connecticut municipalities conducting October 1, 2022 revaluations on the OPM website… more

Connecticut, Municipalities, Property Owners, Property Tax, Property Valuation

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Mark Sommaruga

The FOIA and “Emergencies”: How Quickly Can We Act?

In a hectic world, public agencies (including school boards) must sometimes act promptly to address urgent matters requiring immediate action, including actions that require a vote by the board itself. So how swiftly can a… more

Board Meetings, Connecticut, Freedom of Information, Municipalities, Notice Requirements

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John Stafstrom Jr.

Opportunity Zone Benefits and Incentives for Developers, Promoters and Potential Investors

The “Opportunity Zone” community development program was established by Congress in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to encourage long-term investments in low-income urban and rural communities nationwide… more

Capital Gains, Community Development, Economic Development, Investment Funds, Investment Opportunities

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Steven Stafstrom Jr.

Major Changes in Connecticut Cannabis Laws for 2024: What You Need to Know

Several new laws and amendments went into effect last week on, July 1, 2024, bringing major changes to the cannabis and hemp industry in Connecticut. Here's a detailed look at the primary bill, Public Act 24-76 (the “Act”), and… more

Agribusiness, Cannabis Products, Cannabis-Related Businesses (CRBs), Licenses, Marijuana

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James Stewart

Ringing in 2024 with Updates on Estate and Gift Taxes

The New Year brings with it new estate and gift tax exemption and exclusion amounts. In 2017, a new tax law doubled the federal estate and gift tax exemption. And that exemption amount has increased each year between 2018 and… more

Connecticut, Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estate-Tax Exemption, Gift Tax

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Marcy Tench Stovall

Misadventures in ChatGPT: Lessons Learned

Early in 2023, New York lawyer Steven A. Schwartz found himself in a bind when faced with a motion to dismiss an action he had commenced in state court that was subsequently removed to the District Court for the Southern… more

Artificial Intelligence, Client Services, Commercial Litigation, Innovative Technology, Legal Operations

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Karen Wackerman

Connecticut Legislature Expands Employee Safety Requirements For Home Health and Hospice Agencies

In 2024, the Connecticut state legislature passed Public Act 24-19 to enhance protections for home health workers after a patient murdered a home health nurse… more

Connecticut, Employer Liability Issues, Employer Responsibilities, Health and Safety, Healthcare

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Dana Wellner

Upcoming 2022 Municipal Revaluations in Connecticut

Connecticut municipalities are scheduled to conduct real property revaluations effective October 1, 2022. You may find the complete list of Connecticut municipalities conducting October 1, 2022 revaluations on the OPM website… more

Connecticut, Municipalities, Property Owners, Property Tax, Property Valuation

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Diane Whitney

CT DEEP Releases Draft Release-based Cleanup Regulations to Working Group for Review, Comments Due February 6, 2024

The Connecticut General Assembly passed Public Act 20-09 in the fall of 2020 with the promise that the Connecticut Transfer Act would be abolished in favor of a released-based, rather than a transaction-based, remediation… more

Comment Period, Community Development, Connecticut, Economic Development, Environmental Policies

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