EMPLOYMENT LAW NEWS FEED

It is so great to see that this year’s march is focusing on a “more inclusive mission by planning a more diverse event and addressing a broader spectrum of women’s issues”. The Womxn’s March is January 19th, 2019 at 10:30 at Civic Center Park.

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Q: How many nooses are hanging in your workplace? 
A: 0, 1*, 2*, 3 or more*

* = Call us. We fight for the right side of history.

https://www.cnn.com/2019/01/16/us/gm-toledo-racism-lawsuit/index.html

The kids of today are the employees and employers of tomorrow.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koPmuEyP3a0

On November 6th, 2018, the Supreme Court unanimously concluded that yes, the ADEA covers “States or political subdivisions” with 20 or less employees. Examples of “States or political subdivisions” include: state and local governments, state universities and community colleges, and water or fire departments. You can read more about the Mt. Lemmon Fire Dist. v. Guido case here: https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/18pdf/17-587_n7ip.pdf

Today we joined the CWBA at their Annual Legislator Appreciation Breakfast. Katica Roy from @PipelineEquity gave a moving presentation on the economic opportunity of resolving pay inequality. We appreciate all the Legislators who are already gearing up for a very busy session. We’re excited to continue working toward a brighter future for Colorado’s employees!

Contract workers and freelancers have few legal rights, compared with those hired as employees. Under federal law, a contract worker lacks the right to sue for sexual harassment or gender discrimination, for example, because workplace civil rights laws do not apply. As the economy evolves, we need to update the laws so that all workers are covered.

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Forced arbitration allows perpetrators and companies to avoid serious consequences by keeping complaints private. The employer pays for the judge, in a secret court, and employees have no access to an appeal. Arbitration is inappropriate for all workplace violations.

We are glad to see more companies joining Google in ending forced arbitration for sexual harassment claims. #notenough #justiceforall#forcedarbitration

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Thank you to all our military personnel for your service. Veterans have protections against military discrimination. Find out more about USERRA rights

Thank you to all our military personnel for your service. Veterans have protections against military discrimination. Find out more about USERRA rights here: https://www.dol.gov/vets/programs/userra/

Voting rights for employees can vary from state to state. Here’s what you need to know in Colorado: https://shar.es/a1DTgz

#pregnancydiscrimination is real no matter what your income level. Blatant or subtle, it has a devastating effect on working mothers, their families, and the economy.

NY Times: Pregnancy Discrimination Is Rampant Inside America’s Biggest Companies