Employment Law

Blog posts about Employment Law in Colorado by Wells Anderson & Race a law firm representing public and private employers in employment litigation in administrative agencies, federal and state trial and appellate courts throughout Colorado.

Requesting Age-Identifying Information: Is Your Company’s Application Process Compliant with JAFA?

Passed by the Colorado State Legislature during the 2023 Regular Session, the Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”; SB 28-058) prohibits…

9 months ago

Colorado General Assembly Takes Up New Bill Regarding Non-Compete Agreements

On March 24, 2022, a new bill affecting restrictive employment agreements or covenants not to compete was introduced in the…

2 years ago

Colorado Introduces Criminal Penalties for Violations of Non-Compete Statute.

Colorado has had a statute governing non-compete agreements on the books for many years.  In general, non-compete agreements are void…

2 years ago

“Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act” Will Head to President Biden for Signature.

On February 10, 2022, the U.S. Senate, by voice vote, approved the passage of the “Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual…

2 years ago

Colorado General Assembly to Consider Roll-Back to Paid Sick Leave for Small Employers and Funding for the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act.

The 2022 Legislative Session is underway in the Colorado General Assembly. Two bills have been introduced so far that could…

2 years ago

Paid Leave Requirements for Colorado Employers during the COVID-19 Pandemic

In 2020, The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment issued guidance (INFO #6A and #6B) to employers regarding the Healthy…

2 years ago

New Overtime and Minimum Pay Standards, Wage Protection Rules are Now in Effect in Colorado.

As businesses around Colorado ring in the New Year, employers should be aware that the latest Colorado Overtime and Minimum…

2 years ago

Unrein v. PHC-Fort Morgan, Inc.

In April 2021, the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit decided Unrein v. PHC-Fort Morgan, Inc., 993…

3 years ago

Governor Polis signed the Veterans’ Preference Hiring Bill

On June 23, 2021, Governor Polis signed the Veterans’ Preference Hiring Bill (HB 21-1065) which permits, but does not require,…

3 years ago

Whistleblowing during the COVID-19 Pandemic – Colorado Ramps up Protection from Retaliation for Employees and Independent Contractors

In light of the ongoing concerns regarding COVID-19, it is wise for all Colorado employers to revisit the requirements of…

3 years ago