Employment Law for Small Businesses
Thinking about hiring? Whether you're bringing on your first employee or expanding your team, understanding Connecticut’s employment laws is critical to protecting your business. Join us for an exclusive Lunch & Learn with Russell Sweeting, Director & Senior Counsel, Labor Relations at Stanley Black & Decker. With over 22 years of experience in labor and employment law, Russell will help you navigate the key legal decisions small business owners face when growing their workforce.
What You’ll Learn:
- ✅ The Hiring Process & Form I-9 – Get the facts on legally required documentation and avoid costly hiring mistakes.
- ✅ Employee vs. Independent Contractor – Not sure whether to hire a full-time employee or use a contractor? Learn how to classify workers correctly and steer clear of government penalties.
- ✅ Wage & Hour Laws – Understand how to structure pay, overtime, and recordkeeping to stay compliant and protect your business.
Who Should Attend?
Small business owners, HR professionals, and anyone looking to take the next step in growing their team while staying on the right side of the law.
Sandwich lunch will be provided to attendees at 11:45 a.m.
Presenter: Russell Sweeting
Russell has been practicing law for over 22 years representing individuals and small and large businesses. His area of focus is labor & employment law. Russell has handled wage & hour cases, discrimination claims, severance negotiations, and related litigation during his career. In his current role at Stanley Black & Decker, he is responsible for ensuring the company is compliant with the labor & employment laws in all fifty states in the U.S. Russell also has experience handling labor grievances and arbitrations and negotiating contracts with labor unions.
Sponsored by Monroe Chamber and Monroe Library.