Michael Marciano

Michael Marciano is a regional managing editor for ALM. He can be reached at [email protected] or call 646-957-3022. On Twitter: @BreakingCTLaw

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July 12, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

SCOTUS Spouses Threaten to Undermine Legitimacy of High Court

Do family members of justices have First Amendment rights? Beyond question. But are those rights subject to some restrictions? Also beyond question.

By Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board

3 minute read

July 11, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Home Improvement: Clarifying 'Exceptional Difficulty or Unusual Hardship'

Current law for zoning variances is overly restrictive and does not align with expectations of today's Connecticut residents.

By Eric D. Bernheim

5 minute read

July 09, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Fortifying Fairness: Tips Should Be for Servers, Not Owners

Let's guarantee that tips enhance the wages of servers, as intended by those who leave them.

By Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board

3 minute read

July 08, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

What Lawyers and Employers Should Know About Connecticut's Expanded Paid Sick Leave Law

The law covers more employees, expands the reasons for use of paid sick leave and reduces the required hours to accrue time off.

By Robert G. Brody and William C. Collins

3 minute read

July 01, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Plain Language: What Does 'Submit' Mean?

The majority found an unplain statute plain, and the obvious culprit is § 1-2z.

By Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board

2 minute read

July 01, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Connecticut Movers: Carter Mario and Hinckley Allen Announce Hires, Laterals

Cayer previously worked with Haddad & Partners, eventually working his way up to COO and CEO of the company. Thomas B. Mitchell and Daniel D'Aprile, Jr. were previously partners at McElroy Deutsch.

By Michael Marciano

3 minute read

July 01, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Pullman & Comley's Shearin Takes Helm at Connecticut Bar Association

"Tim is the rare combination of an absolutely top-notch attorney and a transformational leader," said Lee D. Hoffman, chair of Pullman & Comley.

By Michael Marciano

2 minute read

June 26, 2024 | Law.com

Lawyers Face Shifting Landscape on Reverse Discrimination Claims, but Geography May Play a Role

Venue is always a significant consideration for litigators, but when it comes to reverse discrimination claims, several attorneys said the location may play an outsized role.

By Max Mitchell, Katie Hall and Michael Marciano

7 minute read