These days, economic realities demand that most parents work out of the home in addition to caring for their families. For many parents, balancing work and family responsibilities is a constant struggle - nearly half of American parents worry about losing their jobs...
Starting a new job can be exciting and intense all at the same time. Once a job has been secured, new employees are usually provided with multiple forms to review and sign. In the mix of these documents, employers may sometimes include employment contracts. Before...
There are many things to go over when you hire a new employee: Just a few examples include terms of employment, job duties and salary. Some employers are fine with using an implied contract when hiring employees. In an implied contract, the terms of labor generally...
Every driver knows that owning a car comes at a price. Not only are you paying for the car itself, but you're also paying to keep it in good condition and insured. And when it comes to people who drive for a living, the price of owning and maintaining a car seems to...
One of the most stressful situations in life can be losing a job, especially when the reason may be unknown or unlawful. Although most terminations are legal, there are instances where employers have illegally fired an employee. Whatever the case may be, if a Colorado...
Have you been discriminated against at work? Here are some ways you could be discriminated against in the workplace:• Denial of any benefits applicable to you as an employeeDerogatory comments by your supervisor about your age• Different employment terms than...
Inside the walls of many American businesses, both small and large, discrimination is a significant concern for many employees and job applicants. These unlawful actions can occur in many different ways but often go unnoticed or ignored. In Colorado and elsewhere,...
Workers who feel trapped in a job may be slow to make a claim for wages they believe they are owed. If you are in that situation, you need to know that Colorado law protects you and makes it much easier for you to file a claim for wages you may be entitled to for any...
Employees in Colorado and all across the United States are protected from unfair acts in the workplace by state and federal laws. One of the most important of these laws is the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). FMLA provides qualified employees up to 12...
The advertising of job openings has shifted dramatically over recent years. Whereas in the past virtually anyone in Colorado could open up a newspaper or search a website for potential positions, many openings are now strictly advertised through targeted...
