Starting in 2021, employers in Colorado had to adhere to the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. This law addresses the longstanding history of certain individuals- women and people of color in particular- not receiving the same compensation as their male or non-POC...
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What protections does the FMLA give to employees?
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) exists so that employees can take unpaid leave for certain family and medical situations which may arise. The FMLA specifies what those situations are and, when they happen to someone, grants an employee the right to take time...
How do employers enforce a non-compete agreement?
Colorado has narrow guidelines for legal non-compete agreements. Contracts are only valid to protect trade secrets, enforce educational fee reimbursement, preserve the sale of the business, or for executive-level employees. The terms of the agreement must also be...
Defining a hostile work environment
It can be impossible to do your job if you are being subjected to harassment from your coworkers and supervisors. Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act and other Federal and Colorado employment laws, harassment based on...
Severance agreements and special requirements for older employees
As a departing employee over 40 years of age, you should review your severance agreement carefully. In fact, before you sign, you must seek legal guidance. This recommendation must appear in the agreement along with other special requirements. Compensating the...
Colorado’s workplace protections for nursing women
Pregnant and nursing mothers often find it challenging to balance motherhood and their work. This can be especially true when employers fail to provide these women with the workplace protections that they deserve. That’s why it’s imperative that pregnant and nursing...
Mandatory breaks in Colorado workplaces
There are both state and federal laws that govern workplaces in Colorado. These laws are in place to protect workers and make sure they are treated fairly. One area that may be of particular interest to Denver area workers are breaks. Colorado law has state-level...
3 Questions your employer cannot ask you
If you have ever felt uncomfortable because of a question during a job interview or something that your boss asked while trying to make conversation, you are not alone. The truth is, some employers overstep personal boundaries that leave potential or current employees...
Classification of workers under the FLSA
It’s important that workers are classified correctly to ensure they receive benefits like minimum wage, overtime, family medical leave and other protections. There is information available to help workers understand whether they are considered employees or independent...
A basic overview of bonuses under the FLSA
You may work hard all year, and thus look forward to your annual bonus. Many people in Denver use these bonuses to pay off bills, put into savings or simply spend as they wish. However, if you are wrongfully denied a bonus, it is good to have an understanding of what...
