Employers often use non-compete agreements to protect business interests, such as proprietary information, trade secrets, or client relationships. In Colorado, however, these agreements face significant restrictions. If you’ve signed one and wonder whether you can...
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...
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...
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...
Misclassifying employees as independent contractors can have serious legal consequences for both employers and workers. Colorado state law and federal regulations outline strict criteria for classifying workers correctly to protect their rights and ensure compliance...
As a Denver executive, you'll likely encounter restrictive covenants in your employment contracts. Two standard clauses often need clarification: non-compete and non-solicitation agreements. While both protect company interests, they serve different purposes and...
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently introduced a groundbreaking rule banning non-compete agreements. This rule aims to address issues surrounding worker freedom and fair competition. Both employers and employees need to understand how this change affects the...
Retaliation happens when an employer punishes an employee for doing something legally protected. This can include reporting discrimination or helping with an investigation. To avoid problems, employers need a strong anti-retaliation policy that creates a fair work...
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...
