Thriving in the workplace can be a challenge, especially if you're in a hostile environment. Understanding what counts as a hostile work environment is the key to recognizing or addressing issues like this. Several elements must be present for a workplace to be...
Year: 2024
What can I do if my paycheck is delayed?
Delayed wages can create financial obstacles for you and your family and cause penalties to your employer. If your paycheck is not issued on time, you may be unable to cover daily expenses. Fortunately, the Colorado Wage Act outlines private employers’ obligations to...
Is your non-compete agreement legal?
In Colorado, non-compete agreements are subject to strict regulations. Business owners must ensure their agreements follow state law. Understanding these regulations can help protect your business interests while respecting employee rights. Overview of Colorado...
What should someone do if they are being sexually harassed?
Sexual harassment is a serious issue that can happen in any environment, including schools, workplaces, and public places. Knowing what steps to take if someone is experiencing sexual harassment is necessary for their safety and well-being. Recognize the harassment...
Is your Colorado company required to offer a severance package?
In Colorado, offering a severance package to employees depends more on company policy than state law. It can be useful to learn about severance packages and their application to your Colorado-based company. Company policy versus legal requirements Colorado employers...
Is your business’s non-compete agreement enforceable?
Non-compete agreements are tools used by businesses to protect their interests. These agreements restrict employees from working for competitors. In addition, they restrict employees from starting similar businesses after leaving the company. The enforceability of...
Understanding the FTC’s recent ruling on non-compete agreements
The Federal Trade Commission recently announced a move to ban non-compete agreements nationwide. This decision aims to promote fair competition and mobility for workers. Non-compete agreements have long restricted employees from working for competitors or starting...
Making amendments to employment contracts
Sometimes, employment contracts need to change to reflect updates in job roles, company policies, or other work terms. Knowing how to properly amend these contracts is important for both employers and employees to stay protected and informed. Understanding the process...
How Colorado’s PWER Act expands harassment protections
The Protecting Workers from Exploitation and Retaliation Act marks a significant step in ensuring safer and more respectful workplaces in Colorado. With its focus on expanding harassment protections, the PWER Act aims to create a work environment where employees feel...
Can you be fired for taking Jewish holidays off from work?
Employees in Colorado who practice Judaism often wonder about their rights to take off Jewish holidays from work. Can a company fire or punish them for missing time off to participate in their holiday traditions? It is important to know what protections you have in...