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You deserve to be safe at work. You shouldn’t be subjected to discrimination or harassment, and if you are, your employer should step in to protect you. Sadly, though, that typically doesn’t happen. In far too many instances, employers allow discriminatory behavior to...
The traditional American family model has changed significantly, and the norm is no longer a family consisting of one breadwinner and one homemaker. While this might be the case for some families, it is more common to have a two-paycheck family or a single-parent...
The most common question about non-compete agreements is probably this: Are they legal? In short, yes, they are, but there limitations. Many states have been restricting the applicability and favorability of these agreements in the eyes of the law in recent years, and...
Sexual harassment is still prevalent in Colorado’s workplaces. Tragically, it’s become so common that many people fail to see the collateral consequences that sexual harassment can have an individual’s life. With that in mind, let’s look at the ripple effects that...
Workplace discrimination can cause a lot of damage to your career, your emotional well-being, and your financial stability. Although you might be able to stem the harm caused to you by egregious workplace behavior and retaliation, it can be difficult to gather the...
As a Colorado resident facing workplace discrimination based on race or color, understanding legal recourse is pivotal. This blog post navigates the application of Title 7 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to workers and employers in Colorado, shedding light on...
It can be difficult to speak up in the workplace when there are illegal or unethical activities because you may be afraid to lose your job. A person who reports this behavior is called a whistleblower and there are protections in place to ensure that you are not...
Although you should be safe and free from harassment and discrimination in your place of work, the truth of the matter is that employers mistreat their employees all the time. This can have devastating consequences on your career and your mental well-being, causing...
Most employees in Colorado – but especially employees of the federal government – know that if they make a discrimination claim against their employer then the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is likely to be involved in the process. If this applies to your...
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that offers eligible workers job-protected leave for family or medical reasons. It allows employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave during a 12-month period. The FMLA applies to employers with 50 or more...