When employees and employers part ways, there are sometimes agreements that come along with the separation. The reason for this split might be anything from a round of layoffs to the employees resigning. No matter what it is, it is always better to part ways on good...
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Should you conduct an internal I-9 audit?
Running a business in Denver is more than just managing revenue and expenses and your employees. You must also stay in compliance with state and federal regulations. For instance, if you are a publicly traded company, you may have to submit quarterly financial reports...
Sexual harassment at work is a costly issue for everyone
Sexual harassment is a problem in the workplace and it creates hostility. It is imperative that all employers take steps to ensure that the company is free of all types of harassment. Not only does this make the business compliant with the law so that workers can do...
Did your employer discriminate against you while restructuring?
Businesses are under constant pressure to increase their profits year after year. That can be particularly difficult, as the economy changes and evolves over time. Demands for goods and services ebb and wane, and even the best company can't perpetually turn...
Is that non-compete clause even enforceable?
Most company executives and mid-level managers are expected to sign non-compete agreements as a condition of their hire or continued employment. It's a reasonable expectation to prohibit their leaving the company with pilfered recipes or trade secrets or from...
Getting older? Don’t let age discrimination hold you back
As you get older, you learn more about your job. You advance in your career, earn more and continue learning to make sure you're keeping up with all the new changes in the workforce. Over time, you find a great position, and you believe that you should continue to...
Study links age discrimination to physical and mental health
Age discrimination can have a drastic impact on a person's career, just as allegations of discrimination can drastically impact a company's future moving forward. However, most studies done on this topic focus on the financial impact, the changes to career goals, the...
Always document your workplace harassment experience
Many people in every field of work experience some form of harassment or discrimination on a daily basis, and may have strong grounds to take legal action. If you experience harassment while on the job, it is wise to document it carefully, building a strong collection...
Workplace discrimination: Take these steps as a victim
Workplace discrimination can take on many forms. Even with federal and state laws in place to prohibit discrimination, this remains a problem in companies of all sizes and in all industries.If you have reason to believe you were the victim of workplace discrimination,...
Noncompete language is not always fair
In the modern workplace, noncompete agreements are an accepted part of doing business for many employees. Employers often include some form of noncompete clause in their employment contracts, whether it is practical or even legal.For many employees, the prospect of...