You are almost certainly aware that many legal changes to the workplace go into effect on the first day of the year. But many state and local legislatures enact laws with an effective date of July 1. Did you miss any compliance deadlines this year? Take a look at our multi-state compliance update chart to... Read more »

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Due to the proliferation of state laws and federal regulations over the recent years, many questions have arisen concerning the supervision of non-exempt employees. For commonly encountered questions, and their answers, please see below to determine whether your practices and knowledge in this complex area are current. Q: Is it allowable for non-exempt employees to... Read more »

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In response to recent headlines on workplace inclusiveness at companies like Papa Johns and Starbucks, we have helped several members ensure that employees feel supported and empowered across all demographic groups. The process of developing and maintaining a truly inclusive workplace begins with an evaluation of your employees’ perspectives. We are offering an Inclusion Survey for... Read more »

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Summertime brings vacation plans and a time for employees to recharge and return to work re-energized. Yet this important employee benefit program is full of challenges and potential problems for employers. Legally, vacation time (paid or unpaid) is not mandated at the federal or state level. So employers who offer this benefit have great freedom... Read more »

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Turnover rates are showing a slight increase according to Employers Council’s recently published 2018 HR Metrics Survey. This survey tracks HR metrics such as turnover, tenure, job absence rates, compensation expense, and the cost of benefits. It is important for employers to look at benchmark turnover trends within their industry and geographic area. In our... Read more »

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Reference checks are an important part of getting to know a job candidate, but before conducting a background check employers must consider various common and statutory laws. Common laws include those regarding “negligent hiring” and “negligent retention,” while examples of statutory laws are the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Title... Read more »

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We have all heard of the so-called “Ban-the-Box” legislation coming out of different states for the private sector. There has been broader application for the public sector, and now we are finding it is containing more nuances on a state-by-state basis. Last year, the Utah legislature passed a statute that prohibited public employers excluding applicants... Read more »

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Both employers and employees agree that managing individual health is a high priority. For employers, having a healthy workforce can mean fewer missed days of work, increased productivity and employee engagement, and lower costs for health plans and workers compensation claims. But employee wellbeing and health encompass more than just physical health. Employers have offered... Read more »

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Will Starbucks anti-bias training make a difference? Director of Organizational Development and Learning, Evan Abbott discusses Starbucks unconscious bias training. Denver Channel 7, May 31, 2018

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Cannabis in the workplace: Businesses hiring pot smokers more than ever Employers Council Attorney Curtis Graves discusses off-duty marijuana usage. Greencamp News, May 3, 2018 New bill would prohibit employers from firing workers based solely on positive marijuana tests Employers Council Attorney Curtis Graves discusses how the current state law is discouraging qualified workers from applying for... Read more »

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#MeToo For Everybody Else: Local Company Investigates Non-Celebrity Harassment Employers Council attorney, Michele Sturgell spoke with Colorado Matters about how her work has changed since the onset of #MeToo. She says local companies have been fielding more harassment complaints, as well as asking for more training to prevent similar cases from occurring.

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