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There isn’t an occupation that’s free of sexual harassment. Still, restaurant workers tend to be subjected to it more often than others. In fact, one study found that 90% of women and up to 70% of men who work in this industry have indicated that they’ve been...
In employment law, the term "whistleblower" refers to an individual who reports wrongdoing in the workplace, whether it is misconduct, illegal activity or unethical behavior. These people can serve a crucial role in the cause of justice, but it isn't an easy thing to...
Many Colorado residents have been subjected to unwanted advances and inappropriate comments that are sexual in nature. These behaviors in a workplace setting constitute sexual harassment, which is illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you have...
We often talk about "workplace discrimination" as though the term represents one issue, when in fact it represents many big, often complex issues such as race, gender, sexual orientation and religion. Some of these issues can come into conflict with each other. This...
Are you pregnant or planning to become pregnant and wondering about your rights in the workplace? If so, you should know that there are federal and Colorado laws that protect you from discrimination, harassment and retaliation based on your pregnancy, childbirth or...
If you are a nursing mother who works in Denver, Colorado, you may have questions about your rights to express breast milk in the workplace. Luckily, there are both state and federal laws that protect breastfeeding employees. Colorado Law: Workplace Accommodations for...
An employment agreement is an important part of any job. In addition to covering key information like salary, work responsibilities, and benefits the contract should also provide information on the process for termination of employment. These provisions are often...
Older employees bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to their workplaces. Unfortunately, these employees may face age discrimination and there are several common examples. Age discrimination The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is a federal law that...
Employment discrimination is rampant across America, including here in Colorado. All too often, though, workers are afraid to broach the topic, usually because they fear retaliation. In some instances, though, it’s simply hard to gauge whether discrimination has...
Employers are increasingly using artificial intelligence technology in screening job applications and monitoring employees’ time spent on the job. While proponents may say the technology is inherently unbiased, the opposite might be true. The Equal Employment...