Connecticut General Statutes/Title 20/Chapter 400o/Section 20-683

CGS § 20-683. Prohibition on “no hire” clauses, penalties in contracts.

(a) As used in this section, (1) “homemaker-companion agency” and “employee” have the same meanings as provided in section 20-670, and (2) “no-hire clause” means a provision of a contract between a homemaker-companion agency and a client of such agency that (A) imposes a financial penalty, (B) assesses any charges or fees, including legal fees, or (C) contains any language that can create grounds for an assertion of breach of contract or a claim for damages or injunctive relief against the client for directly hiring an employee of such agency.

(b) Any no-hire clause in a contract between a homemaker-companion agency and a client of such agency is against public policy and shall be void.

Short History

(P.A. 22-118, S. 244.)

Long History

History: P.A. 22-118 effective May 7, 2022.

PreviousCGS § 20-682. Agent, corporate officer or employee of homemaker-companion agency acting as agent under power of attorney for person receiving companion or homemaker services prohibited. Exemptions.NextCGS § 20-684. Complaint process guide.