Changes to Colorado's wage theft laws are set to take effect on January 1, 2023. The changes impose higher penalties on employers who commit a variety of wage-related offenses. What should employers and employees be aware of going forward? Late payment of wages...
Whether you worry about the possibility of age discrimination in the coming years or you have already dealt with this type of mistreatment firsthand, it is crucial to understand how laws protect workers from age discrimination. Regrettably, this unlawful...
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...
Expecting a new child to join your family should be something worth celebrating, but it might feel like you are receiving punishment for it if your employer suddenly denies you a promotion. If it seems as if you are an obvious and capable candidate for the position,...
You have the right to be free of a hostile work environment at work. Your workplace should be civil with all people treated the same under the law. If your colleagues or supervisors treat you differently because of sincerely held religious beliefs, you may have a...
If your workplace wants you to sign a non-compete agreement, you need to know how the non-compete will restrict you in the event your employer fires you or you leave of your own accord. One way a non-compete limits your work prospects is by describing the competitors...
The #MeToo movement may have helped improve working conditions for some women in business across Colorado and the rest of the nation. Yet, research shows that a significant percentage of today’s working women have experienced discrimination at work because of their...
Colorado and federal lawmakers want workers to feel safe about reporting illegal activity in the workplace, which is why laws against retaliation exist. Employers cannot take adverse measures like firing an employee who acts as a whistleblower. Still, this does not...
Every workplace requires trust and transparency. Sharing personal information, like details about your genetics, may be uncomfortable for you. However, you should feel confident that your employer will not use this information against you. Unfortunately, genetic...
In your employment court case, the judge may at some point issue an injunction. This may or may not benefit you. It is essential to understand what an injunction is and how it relates to your situation in the lawsuit. Definition Cornell Law School defines an...
