For far too long, equal pay has been a lofty, unattainable goal for women in Colorado. But the General Assembly's recent implementation of the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA) will bridge the gap for Colorado workers. The EPEWA and the rules implementing the...
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New Laws and Employment Case Wins In 2020
While 2020 has been a challenging year for most people, we’re happy to report that 2020 was a good year for employment law changes in Colorado. Between the new state equal pay law going into effect in 2021, Supreme Court wins for LGBTQ rights, and passage of the...
25 Resources to Help You Learn About Systemic Racism this Juneteenth
Today we celebrate Juneteenth, an often-overlooked holiday of extreme significance to American descendants of enslaved Africans. With the current protests, awareness being raised, and conversations surrounding systemic racism, it is more important than ever that we...
COVID-19 Colorado Unemployment Benefits FAQs
Due to COVID-19 (also known as Coronavirus), my employer placed me on furlough, forced me to take unpaid leave, or ended my employment. What can I do? You may file a claim for Unemployment Insurance benefits with the Colorado Department of Labor and...
COVID-19 FAQs For Employees
Situations When You Should Call an Employment Attorney Your employer said that they are ending your employment due to COVID, but you believe that you have been discriminated against because of your membership in a protected class: Race, Color, Religion, National...
Keep Showing Up For Women’s Rights
We appreciate everyone who attended (in person or in spirit) and hope to see you at the 2019 Women’s March. The real work begins now that the crowds have dissipated. Here are 4 ways you can keep showing up.
A Word on At-Will Employment
“At Will” might not mean what your Employer wants you to think it does.