Employment law is a broad category of laws—statutes, case law (court opinions), rules, and regulations—that govern the relationship between an employer and an employee. Employment law includes state laws that only apply to employer-employee relationships in a given state, and federal laws that apply to employer-employee relationships in all states.

In Connecticut (CT), employment law encompasses a variety of state statutes and regulations that govern the employer-employee relationship, in addition to federal laws that apply nationwide. State-specific laws cover areas such as minimum wage, which is higher than the federal minimum wage, overtime pay, and meal and rest breaks. Connecticut also has laws regarding employment discrimination, family and medical leave that may offer more generous provisions than federal law, and workplace safety. The Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, or physical disability, including but not limited to blindness. Additionally, Connecticut has its own laws regarding unemployment compensation and workers' compensation. Employers in Connecticut must comply with both federal laws, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), as well as state-specific regulations. It is important for employers to consult with an attorney to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and for employees to seek legal advice if they believe their rights have been violated.