We recognize that it often difficult for employers to be assured that they are in compliance with the frequently changing, and sometimes conflicting laws and regulations that govern the workplace. It is also often difficult for employers to decide, on their own and without sufficient knowledge of these laws, what steps to take when a claim is filed against them.

Ryan & Ryan, LLC has extensive knowledge of state and federal workplace laws. While our approach to workplace disputes is centered on reducing the likelihood of employee lawsuits and other agency proceedings, should legal action be instituted against a company, we provide the most effective and cost efficient representation possible. We have significant experience representing clients in court and administrative actions under state and federal statutes such as:

• Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1991;


• Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act;


• Family and Medical Leave Act;


• Fair Labor Standards Act;


• Americans with Disabilities Act;


• Occupational Safety and Health Act;


• Age Discrimination in Employment Act;


• Older Workers Benefit Protection Act


• Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA);


• Davis Bacon Act;


• Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA); and


• Workers Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act.

In addition, we frequently assist employers who are subjected to lawsuits premised upon:

• Negligent hiring or retention of employees;


• Intentional infliction of emotional distress;


• Wrongful discharge; and


• Breach of contract claims.