More Red Tape on Colorado Noncompete and Nonsolicit Agreements
Colorado has taken another step toward narrowing the circumstances in which restrictive covenants—such as covenants not to compete and customer nonsolicits—may be used. Senate Bill 25-083, which takes effect August 6, 2025, now severely restricts nonsolicit and noncompete agreements for certain "health-care providers" and refines the exception allowing for restrictive covenants for the sale of a business.
SCOTUS Limits ADA Lawsuits by Retirees Over Post-Employment Benefits
In a June decision, the Supreme Court limited retirees' ability to bring Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) lawsuits, finding that the ADA generally does not allow claims by retirees or protect post-employment health benefits.
Title IX and Transgender Athletes: Penn's Landmark Settlement and the Legal Implications
In early July, the University of Pennsylvania said it had reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Education, resolving a federal investigation into Title IX violations based on transgender athlete participation in women's sports.
Tip of the Month
Ron Taylor: Over the years, many of the biggest employment issues I have encountered have been the result of a manager's failure to deal with employee problems in a timely or straightforward manner. This is not fair to employees and, beyond generating complaints, often results in impediments to defending against charges and lawsuits. Being fair does not mean employees getting their way, but it does mean telling employees what the rules or expectations of them are, explaining to them what the consequences of failing to follow the rules or meet expectations will be, and then applying those rules in a straightforward and even-handed manner.
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