Colorado became the first state to legalize the use of recreational cannabis in 2012 with the passage of Amendment 64. The law aims to regulate marijuana in ways that are similar to the regulation of alcohol. It permits adults 21 and older to possess up to one ounce of marijuana at any time, give up
Your employee handbook should be something you’re proud to hand new employees on their first day of work. A well-written handbook takes into account your most important company policies and lays them out in an accessible format. Your handbook should be the personification of your company, giving employees the information they need to be effective
The United States is the only modern economy that doesn’t require employers to provide paid time off (PTO). In Colorado, employers don’t need to offer vacation and employees do not have a right to paid time off; however, employers often choose to offer PTO to be competitive in their industry and attract and keep talented
As an at-will employment state, Colorado employers and employees may terminate the working relationship at any time and for any reason, except a discriminatory reason or one prohibited by Federal or State law, or none at all. This rule allows employers and employees to respond quickly to changes in the relationship and gives employers the
Few employers would consider their handbooks literary masterpieces, but they don’t have to be to capture employees’ interest. Company handbooks are often considered dry, dull, or monotonous, and sometimes they’re obviously full of policies enacted to avoid past issues in the workplace. With a few tweaks, you can create a compelling handbook that employees will
Reports of sexual harassment are on the rise as people feel more empowered than ever to fight it. Employees who experience harassment at work usually turn to their supervisors for guidance and to report that there’s an issue. If you’re a supervisor in the uncomfortable position of receiving a sexual harassment complaint, you might not
The life of an entrepreneur is full of excitement and risk. While it’s not for everyone, focused and creative individuals are particularly drawn to the freedom that entrepreneurship provides for them to apply their talents without the restraints of a rigid professional environment. Anyone who dreams of leaving their 9-5 routine in a gloomy cubicle
As a business owner, it’s imperative to follow state and federal employment laws when executing all business operations, including throughout all stages of hiring — from conducting fresh interviews to layoffs. Discrimination is just one of many illegal practices the law doesn’t tolerate, so it’s important to understand what it looks like and how to
Studies throughout the United States have shown that men and women doing the same types of jobs with comparable levels of experience often earn different wages. The discrepancy between men and women’s paychecks is commonly known as the “gender wage gap” and skews in favor of men across a variety of industries. As of 2018,
Not long ago, employees were relatively content to work for a company that provided benefits and stability. Workers often stayed with a company for decades, receiving promotions and raises along the way that kept them motivated to grow alongside the business until retirement. Nowadays, however, employees are changing companies and job titles much more frequently.
