Garrison, Levin-Epstein, Fitzgerald & Pirrotti, PC

06/07/2026

When a workplace dispute affects your reputation, your career, or your future opportunities, it can feel overwhelming to know where to begin.

Attorney Stephen Fitzgerald helps employees navigate difficult employment matters with strategy, clarity, and an understanding of what is at stake.

If you are facing a workplace issue in Connecticut, you do not have to figure it out alone.
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Stephen Fitzgerald's major practice areas are employment and personal injury law. He has ranked as a Connecticut Super Lawyers since 2011.

06/06/2026

Employees in New Haven and throughout Connecticut deserve workplaces where complaints are taken seriously, policies are followed, and leadership is held accountable.

Whether the issue involves harassment, retaliation, discrimination, wage violations, or a contract dispute, documentation can make a meaningful difference.

If something feels wrong at work, put it in writing and speak with an employment lawyer before deciding your next step.

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Garrison Law is a leading law firm handling employees' rights and workplace fairness lawsuits in CT. Contact our attorneys at 203-777-4425.

06/05/2026

If you are receiving Connecticut Paid Leave benefits, accepting a new job offer may raise important questions about eligibility, timing, and whether your benefits could be affected.

Watch Attorney Amanda DeMatteis explain what employees should know before making their next move: https://ow.ly/qjQU50Z8cTi

06/03/2026

The Supreme Court Clarifies Federal Courts’ Role in Arbitration Disputes

Attorney Meaghan Kirby discusses a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision addressing what happens after an employment dispute is sent to arbitration.

The Court clarified that when a federal court already has jurisdiction over a lawsuit and pauses the case while arbitration proceeds, that same court may later confirm or review the arbitration award.
For employees and employers alike, this decision provides important clarity about where post-arbitration disputes may be resolved.

Read more: https://ow.ly/ptx850Z6U4R

06/02/2026

The Hartford Business Journal recently featured Garrison Law for its visibility across AI-powered search platforms.

When five major AI platforms were asked to recommend a Connecticut employment attorney for a senior executive negotiating severance, Garrison Law was the only employment law firm ranked No. 1 by more than one platform.

Partner Josh Goodbaum told HBJ: “The best marketing strategy is to do great legal work and to provide useful resources to the public.”

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05/31/2026

“What is blue penciling?”

The term “blue penciling” refers to over-broad provisions of contracts being rewritten so they can be narrow enough to be enforceable. In Connecticut, this practice is legal and is often seen in the context of non-compete agreements and other restrictive covenants. Learn more. https://ow.ly/EoCb50Z4run

05/29/2026

Texting your lawyer may be convenient, but it’s not a best practice. Here’s why.

05/29/2026

IN THE NEWS: Attorney Nina Pirrotti represents both women who have come forward with sexual harassment allegations involving former CSCU Interim Chancellor O. John Maduk. She appeared in NBC Connecticut coverage following a public Board of Regents meeting where criticism and concerns surrounding CSCU leadership continued to surface.

As conversations around accountability, transparency, and institutional response continue, individuals impacted by workplace misconduct deserve to be heard and taken seriously.

Watch the story here: https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/video/news/local/new-cscu-board-of-regents-chair-faces-criticism-at-public-meeting/3740130/

05/28/2026

“Amanda DeMatteis was extremely helpful, and her quick follow-up and thoroughness were amazing. I needed some help with an employment contract on an expedited basis, and she was to the point and detail-oriented. Highly recommend Amanda and the firm.” - R.H. https://ow.ly/46CF50Z4qYH

05/27/2026

If your employer experiences a change-in-control, and you find your responsibilities drastically reduced, you might have been constructively discharged. Here’s what executives need to know. https://ow.ly/VF2l50Z4V7M

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