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Colorado workers are legally protected from discrimination in the workplace. You are probably familiar with certain types of discrimination, such as race, gender or age discrimination. These characteristics are known as protected classes. A recent Colorado law now...
It can be hard for a Colorado worker over 40 to realize that their employer has discriminated against them because of their age. Because age discrimination is illegal both under Colorado and federal law, few employers would fire or take other action against a work and...
Under C.R.S. § 8-2-113, a non-compete is valid only when it protects legitimate trade secrets and binds a “highly compensated” employee, which is set at $123,750 for 2025 and adjusted annually. Any restriction should be kept short in duration and confined to a clearly...
When we talk about sexual harassment and workplace discrimination, much of the focus is on recovering compensation that’s owed due to lost wages and damaged earnings capacity. While the financial harm caused by workplace discrimination and sexual harassment can be...
In 2022, Colorado overhauled a state law, C.R.S. § 8-2-113, sharply limiting post-employment restraints. Any agreement signed after Aug. 9, 2022, must protect trade secrets and involve a “highly compensated” worker. The wage threshold, adjusted each January, sits at...
In many cases, it is possible for your boss to reduce your pay rate, and there is nothing illegal about it. It is understandable that you would not be happy about this as an employee, but it’s probably not a violation of your rights unless there’s an employment...
Workplace discrimination is running rampant across our county, including right here in Colorado. Yet, all too often victims downplay the behavior that’s been exhibited towards them, thus letting employers who have acted wrongfully off the hook. But if you let that...
Artificial intelligence technology is making inroads into the workplace in many unexpected ways, including in employment decisions. Advocates say AI can help businesses to make decisions about hiring and other human resources concerns more quickly and efficiently than...
The dynamics of the workplace are relative to the culture in the work environment and the personalities and work ethics of the employees. For many employees, their place of employment is a pleasant place to work, getting along with their superiors and colleagues....
The Protecting Opportunities and Workers’ Rights Act has been in effect for nearly two years in Colorado. Known as the POWR Act, it greatly expanded the shields granted to employees when they are confronted with discriminatory behavior and harassment on the job....