As the regulatory landscape shifts under the new administration, OSHA remains firmly in the spotlight. In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, Shipman attorney and host Dan Schwartz sits down with workplace-safety lawyer Sarah Kettenmann to break down what’s changed—and what hasn’t—when it comes to OSHA enforcement, inspections, and compliance.

They dive into:

In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, host Dan Schwartz welcomes back acclaimed plaintiff-side employment attorney Nina Pirrotti, from Garrison Law, for a frank discussion about where employers often go wrong—and how to do better. From inconsistently enforced policies and botched investigations to poorly trained supervisors and missteps in handling accommodations, Nina shares

Welcome back to From Lawyer to Employer, a Shipman podcast that keeps you informed on the latest developments in labor and employment law. In this episode, Shipman attorneys Dan Schwartz and Keegan Drenosky discuss the complexities of workplace accommodations, including disability, religious, and pregnancy-related requests. Gain practical insights on navigating the interactive process, understanding

In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, Shipman attorneys Dan Schwartz and Emily McDonough Souza discuss the first 45 days of the Trump administration and its impact on labor and employment law. They dive into the latest executive orders on DEI programs, the implications of the False Claims Act for federal contractors, and

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the workplace, but with innovation comes new challenges. In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, Shipman attorneys Dan Schwartz and Emily McDonough Souza dive into how employers are using AI—from productivity monitoring to hiring decisions—and the associated legal risks. They break down key regulations, potential pitfalls, and practical

In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, host Dan Schwartz and special guest, Gabe Jiran, explore potential shifts in labor and employment law under a new Trump administration. From changes at the National Labor Relations Board to the future of overtime rules, minimum wage, non-competes, and immigration, the conversation offers timely insights for employers.

Get ready to dive into the 2025 legislative landscape with Season 3, Episode 3 of From Lawyer to Employer! Join host Dan Schwartz and special guest Chris Davis, Vice President of Public Policy with the Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA), as they preview key issues for the 2025 Connecticut General Assembly session. This

Join host Dan Schwartz and Sarah Westby, partners at Shipman & Goodwin, as they delve into the latest wage and hour regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This episode explores the implications of a federal court ruling that struck down recent DOL salary threshold increases, what it means for employers, and how

A new season of the popular Shipman & Goodwin Podcast, “From Lawyer to Employer” has just dropped and the first episode is right on time to discuss Connecticut’s new Paid Sick Leave law.

On the first episode of the podcast, available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen to your favorite shows, host and

Last Friday, a federal judge in Texas ruled that the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) exceeded its authority when it issued a final regulation significantly raising salary thresholds for the executive, administrative, and professional exemption, and it vacated the regulation nationwide.  That means employers will no longer be required to ensure their white-collar salaried employees