Gary Phelan Featured on News12 as Legal Source on Schick Layoffs and Shifting Employment Market
11/18/2025Employment attorney Gary Phelan of Hurwitz, Sagarin and Slossberg was featured as a legal source in a recent local news report examining layoffs at the Schick plant in Milford and the broader state of the employment market across Connecticut.
In the report, Phelan explained that the region is entering a period of sustained workforce disruption, driven by a mix of factors including artificial intelligence, pandemic era over-hiring, tariffs, and declining consumer confidence. He noted that layoff activity has already surpassed levels seen in recent years and is expected to continue rising across multiple industries, particularly tech and retail.
With more than 200 jobs expected to be eliminated at the Schick facility and additional closures announced nearby, Phelan emphasized the importance of proactive planning for affected workers. He advised individuals to promptly file for unemployment benefits, review severance packages carefully, and begin networking and updating resumes as soon as possible. Phelan also highlighted the emotional strain layoffs place on workers, underscoring the need to stay informed and adaptable in a rapidly changing job market.