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In Colorado, you have the right to request religious accommodations at work. Whether you need a day off for the Sabbath or a private space for daily prayers, your employer cannot simply refuse. Federal laws treat religion as a protected characteristic. Any form of...
Sexual harassment at work can leave you shaken and unsure of your next move. The hours immediately following an incident often feel overwhelming. Your actions during this critical window may significantly impact any future claim you pursue. Taking specific steps right...
When a coworker or supervisor sends you messages that feel inappropriate or intrusive, it’s hard to know what to do, especially when it happens outside of work. If the messages make you uncomfortable but don’t happen in person, are they still covered under harassment...
You gathered your courage and reported your supervisor’s inappropriate comments to human resources (HR). You thought doing the right thing would protect you. Instead, within weeks, your employer stripped away your responsibilities and excluded you from team meetings....
Workplace discrimination can cause an extensive amount of harm. This can include demotion, loss of job, loss of income and obstacles to career progression. It can also take an emotional and psychological toll that can pervade nearly every aspect of your life. While...
Across all industries, harassment in the workplace is a pervasive issue that can cause significant emotional and financial harm to employees across all industries. Ideally, the workplace should foster an environment of respect and professionalism; however, harassment...
Life happens, and sometimes you must step away from your job unexpectedly to manage a serious health condition or care for a family member. Whether you face surgery, a major illness, or a crisis at home, needing time off is an inevitable reality. When you notify your...
Performance reviews should measure your work fairly, but bias can twist the results. In Colorado, discrimination laws protect you from unfair treatment. Knowing how bias appears in reviews can help you act before it leads to termination. Sudden changes in feedback A...
Sexual harassment is more common than many workers realize. Far too often, individuals are subjected to inappropriate jokes, unwanted sexual advances and quid pro quo. If you’ve been exposed to these sorts of behaviors and have suffered harm as a result, then you...
There has been extensive debate about worker rights and how non-compete agreements limit their freedom in Colorado across the nation. People who are impacted by these rules have tried to get clarity and know whether they are free to leave one job for another without...