Civil Rights Litigation Blog
When is recording conversations legal in Colorado?
Never be afraid to pull out your phone and start recording conversations or situations if you think something illegal is happening or about to happen.
Equal pay for equal work is a law in Colorado
Aside from requiring employers to give their female employees equal pay, the act also gives employees additional rights with regards to their compensation.
You have a right to your personnel files
While there is no federal law requiring employers to give employees access to personnel files, Colorado does have a law that affords you a right to obtain your personnel file.
Where and how do I gather evidence for my civil rights case?
Learn about how to gather evidence for your civil rights case, including which agencies to contact and what evidence you need.
How long does a civil rights case take?
If you have a civil rights case and are ready to work with an attorney to move forward, it’s important to be aware of how long that can take.
Were you a victim of police brutality during the Denver protests?
If you experienced police brutality during the protests in Denver this summer, we would like to hear your story.
Police misconduct and your civil rights
There are many types of police misconduct. Know your rights.
The civil rights Ruth Bader Ginsberg championed
When Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg passed away last month, she left an impressive legal legacy in her fight for civil rights.
Sexist language and subtle discrimination
While the obvious sexist language and behaviors are frowned upon and generally avoided in the workplace, it’s the more subtle sexism that seems to be taking over.
Face mask mandates unlikely to violate civil rights
Given the public-available data on the Covid pandemic, face-mask orders probably bear a reasonable relationship to the emergency and are probably legal, based on pre-existing case law.
Police accountability improving in Colorado
In June 2020, the Enhance Law Enforcement Integrity bill was passed in Colorado to help reduce police misconduct and improve police accountability.
What are my rights if I protest the police?
The most important thing to remember is that the First Amendment guarantees every person in America the right to peacefully assemble and protest.
