From Lawyer to Employer: A Shipman Podcast aims to bring employers the latest updates in labor and employment law to educate and inspire business leaders and human resource professionals to respond to the legal challenges they may face.
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Beyond Vaccines: Rethinking Religious Accommodations in the Workplace
Season 5 of From Lawyer to Employer kicks off with new host Sarah Niemiroski! In her debut episode, Sarah welcomes fellow Shipman attorney Peter Murphy to explore what employers can learn from religious vaccine exemption litigation - and why those lessons extend well beyond the pandemic.
They discuss how the Supreme Court’s decision in Groff v. DeJoy changed the religious accommodation standard, common pitfalls involving blanket policies and inconsistent enforcement, and how to evaluate requests through a practical scheduling scenario. Tune in for guidance on exploring alternatives, documenting decisions, and helping managers respond thoughtfully and consistently.
13 Jul 2026
Connecticut's New Employment Laws: What Employers Need to Do Before October 1
Connecticut employers have just a few months to prepare for sweeping new workplace laws taking effect this fall.
In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, host Dan Schwartz is joined by Shipman attorney Sarah Niemiroski to break down the most significant employment law changes from the 2026 Connecticut legislative session. Together, they discuss new wage transparency requirements, expanded lactation accommodations, ADA notice obligations, restrictions on training repayment agreements, pay stub transparency rules, construction industry compliance updates, and Connecticut's new AI Responsibility and Transparency Act.
They also share practical steps employers should be taking now to prepare for the October 1 effective date, and close the episode with an exciting announcement about the future of the podcast.
Whether you're an HR professional, business leader, or in-house counsel, this episode provides the practical guidance you need to stay ahead of these important changes.
22 Apr 2026
Workplace Investigations: When to Call in Outside Counsel (and When Not To)
When a workplace issue arises, one of the first questions is who should handle the investigation - and whether it’s time to bring in outside counsel. In this episode, Shipman partners Dan Schwartz and Sarah Westby walk through the key considerations, from independence and scope to privilege and deliverables, helping employers make informed, strategic decisions when it matters most.
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