Denver Employment Law Attorneys Protecting Workers And Their Rights
Denver’s business landscape continues to evolve, bringing frequent changes to wage laws, employee protections and workplace regulations. Colorado employees have important legal rights, but understanding and enforcing those rights can quickly become overwhelming when disputes arise.
At Shanberg Stafford LLP, we bring more than 50 years of combined legal experience to employees, executives and consumers throughout Denver and Colorado. Our attorneys represent clients in employment law, class actions and other workplace disputes, helping them pursue accountability and fair outcomes.
Protecting Denver Employees Facing Workplace Violations
Facing unfair treatment at work can affect your career, financial stability and future. Colorado law provides strong protections for employees, but standing up to an employer often requires experienced legal representation. Our attorneys help workers facing matters such as:
- Hostile work environments: Harassment or unfair treatment based on age, gender, race or medical conditions
- Denied time off: Unlawful discipline or retaliation after using protected medical or family leave such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Unpaid wages, overtime and missed meal or rest breaks: Missing tips, off-the-clock work, denied legally required meal or rest periods, or pay that falls below Colorado wage laws.
We fight to recover your missing compensation, correct unlawful actions and protect your professional future. When a problem impacts many workers at once, our team can also lead class action lawsuits to help the whole group.
Experience Representing Employers
Our attorneys also represent employers in select employment matters, providing valuable insight into how businesses evaluate workplace claims and develop defense strategies. That experience helps us anticipate legal arguments and build stronger cases for the employees and executives we represent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to common questions about Colorado workplace rights and employee protections.
What qualifies as wrongful termination under state and federal law?
Wrongful termination happens when an employer fires someone for a reason that breaks the law. In Colorado, this includes firing a worker because of their race, age or gender, or firing them for reporting illegal activity. It is also illegal to fire someone just for using their mandatory state leave.
How long do I have to file an employment lawsuit or wage claim?
It depends on the type of claim you have. Under the Colorado Wage Act, workers usually have two years to file or three years if the employer broke the law on purpose. For job discrimination complaints, you must file within 300 days of the unfair event.
Who is considered an “employer” under Colorado’s updated Wage Protection Rules, and can individual owners be sued?
Yes. Colorado law defines “employers” to include business owners, managers and officers. If someone owns 25% or more of the company, they can be held personally responsible for unpaid wages. That means workers may be able to collect missing pay directly from an owner’s personal assets.
What happens if my employer doesn’t provide required meal or rest breaks?
Colorado law requires many employers to provide meal and rest breaks to eligible employees. If your employer regularly denies these breaks or fails to pay you properly when required, you may have a claim for unpaid wages or other compensation.
Resolve Your Workplace Legal Matters With Experienced Legal Counsel
If you believe your employer has violated your rights or you are facing another workplace dispute, you do not have to navigate Colorado employment law alone. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand your options and pursue the best possible outcome.
Contact us today to discuss your situation directly with an experienced labor law attorney. Call 866-902-0497 or send us an email to schedule your confidential consultation.