When you lose your job or experience a reduction in hours, COBRA provides an option to retain your health insurance coverage. However, your employer must adhere to specific legal obligations in notifying you about your rights under COBRA. Familiarizing yourself with...
Wrongful termination occurs when an employee is fired or laid off from their job in violation of legal protections. Understanding what constitutes wrongful termination is essential for both employees and employers, as it can have serious legal consequences. What are...
The digital age has made it easy for employees to live and work far from their employer’s location, and many Colorado businesses now have remote workers spread across the country. When one of those workers leaves and violates a contract, enforcing your rights as a...
Bonuses offer motivation, but they include specific terms. When you start a new job or review your current employment agreement, you need to understand how your contract outlines bonuses. These details shape your income and your rights at work. Different types of...
Creating a harassment-free workplace is essential for employee well-being and business success. A respectful and inclusive environment boosts productivity and job satisfaction. As an employer, you hold a key role in shaping the tone and culture. Here are ways to...
Quiet retaliation happens when a boss or coworkers secretly punish you for speaking up about unfair treatment or workplace problems. They may exclude you from meetings, give you unfair negative performance reviews, or take away your job duties. Since quiet retaliation...
Clawback provisions are rules in executive pay contracts that let companies take back bonuses, stock options, or other extra pay if certain things happen. These rules help protect the company and its investors, but they also bring legal challenges that businesses need...
When a business sells, existing contracts, including non-compete agreements, may change. Buyers and sellers should understand how these agreements apply and whether they remain valid after a sale. Colorado law specifically governs the enforceability of non-compete...
Employers use different types of contracts to define job terms and expectations. Two common types are fixed-term and open-ended contracts. Each serves a different purpose and affects job security, benefits, and termination policies. Definition and purpose A fixed-term...
Sexual harassment in the workplace often goes unnoticed, especially when the signs are subtle or dismissed as harmless. Recognizing these overlooked behaviors is crucial to creating a safer and more respectful work environment for everyone. Inappropriate jokes and...
