Working in a toxic environment can be emotionally and physically draining. It can affect productivity, health and personal life, leaving you feeling trapped and stressed. This blog will explore strategies on what to do when you find yourself in such an environment....
The workplace is a diverse environment filled with various personalities. As such, not every interaction will be amicable, and there might be instances of personal dislike. But, does this mean an employer in Colorado can terminate an employee merely because they do...
Employers must pay their employees a fair wage for their labor. If employers fail to do so, that may potentially be wage theft. However, employers and employees may arrange or declare wage deductions. In this case, it is important to understand which wage deductions...
If your employer approaches you with a termination, lay-off or any other form of end-of-employment action, it is possible that you will receive a separation or severance agreement that they expect you to sign. Separation agreements can be mutually beneficial to both...
The United States bases the strength of its economy on competition and a free market. At the same, businesses have the right to protect confidential and proprietary information. Non-compete clauses seek to strike a balance by preventing exiting employees from taking...
A company whose departing employee has insider knowledge of trade secrets may ask the employee to sign a restrictive covenant, also known as a non-compete agreement. What comprises such an agreement and how do courts respond if a problem arises that jeopardizes the...
There are specific rules to follow when drafting a severance agreement for a departing employee aged 40 or older. The content must satisfy standards established under certain government agencies or the agreement will be unenforceable in court. Understanding the...
Thanks to important changes to Colorado’s employment laws, employees receive better protection in matters of non-compete agreements, wage theft, misclassification and more. One particular change under Senate Bill 22-234 deals with the administration and funding of...
The federal and state governments want to ensure that your rights under the Family Medical Leave Act or FMLA protect you. While there are many aspects of the text, some instances arise more often than others. Exercising the rights afforded under FMLA may help to...
An employment contract spells out the conditions of your employment. It should also describe how your time as an employee can end. If your contract includes termination clauses, it can be worth it to examine them carefully. You should know how your workplace superiors...
