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In Colorado, breastfeeding employees are entitled to specific protections under both state and federal law. These laws ensure that workers have access to accommodations that allow them to express breast milk during their workday, whether in an office or while...
When nursing mothers return to the office, they may require time and a special place to pump milk for their babies. Must employers accommodate these needs? Colorado law In Colorado, the Workplace Accommodations for Nursing Mothers Act sets clear guidelines for...
Many employees in Colorado have lost their jobs for reasons they deem unfair. However, getting terminated for unfair reasons is generally not enough to prove a claim for wrongful termination. In an at-will employment state like Colorado, employers are allowed to...
There is a fundamental difference in interests between employers and employees. Employers, represented by corporate officers, executives and managers, look to increase profits or territorial impact while balancing budgets and building in healthy financial margins....
When you’ve been subjected to sexual harassment, you can experience a wide range of negative effects. You can feel unsafe at your job, be subjected to adverse employment actions and retaliation, and suffer from the physical and emotional damage that often accompanies...
Workplace discrimination comes in many forms and Colorado employees who believe they have been victimized need to be aware of when they could have cause for a legal claim. A recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court clarified some issues involving discrimination and...
All workers are entitled to certain protections under federal law, and federal employees have certain special protections of their own. If you are a federal employee, it is essential to understand how to apply these laws if you believe your rights have been violated....
Blowing the whistle on your employer takes courage and a steadfastness that many don’t possess. But calling out your employer for illegal actions is the right thing to do, and it might be the only way to bring their harmful behavior to a stop. Although pursuing a...
You may not realize it, but workplace discrimination occurs all the time. Despite state and federal laws extending anti-discrimination protections to workers, employers treat members of protected classes unfairly, subject them to adverse employment decisions, and...
Balancing work and family life can be challenging, especially when health issues arise. Many employees wonder if they can take time off to care for themselves or family members without risking their jobs. Colorado’s Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers a lifeline...