Workplace Rights In Colorado

Summary

Colorado employees are entitled to 10-minute paid rest breaks for every 4 hours worked and paid sick leave under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Managers should not participate in tip pools if they have managerial duties. The 80/20 rule limits non-tip-generating tasks to 20% of work time. For legal advice, consider using online lawyer directories or the Colorado Bar Association to find local labor lawyers.

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i work at a coffee shop in Boulder County Colorado. Breaks are nonexistent most of the time, we get paid no sick time of any kind, the */* law or */* rule is significantly disregarded, we spend huge amounts of time deep cleaning and doing dishes while being paid a tipped offset wage. Our manager who writes our schedule, hires and fires, works about * hours a week alongside us as barista's and helps herself to a share of the tip pool every time while working as a barista. This manager Kate earns $* an hour compared to our ticked off that wage which is between * $* an hour. There's no signage anywhere on the premises of our rights, we have no access to our hours worked other than a paycheck stub. I have spoken to the owners about lack of breaks, not getting paid sick time, and the manager participating in the tip pool with no action taken by them. I brought these issues up to them over the last * */2 years.
It sounds like you're facing multiple workplace issues. Here are some general guidelines related to your situation in Colorado:
- Employers must provide breaks: *-minute paid rest breaks for every * hours worked.
- Sick time: Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act requires paid sick leave.
- Tip Pooling: Managers shouldn't participate in tip pools if they have managerial duties.
- The */* rule: Employees should spend no more than *% of their time on non-tip-generating tasks.
Would you like assistance connecting with local labor lawyers who can help you further?
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To assist you with connecting to local labor lawyers, I'll need a few details. First, can you provide your phone number?
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Given the issues you've described, this seems to be a significant case regarding labor law violations, especially concerning breaks, sick time, tip pooling, and the */* rule in Colorado. If you change your mind about connecting with local lawyers or need further assistance, feel free to reach out.
Can you give me the lawyers information without me giving you any of my personal information I don't want you to data mind me or give my personal information out what kind of service is this that's just you scamming me
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I understand your concerns about privacy. Unfortunately, I'm unable to provide specific lawyer contact information without some personal details. If you reconsider, I can help connect you to local labor lawyers who can assist while ensuring your data is kept secure.
Yeah I don't believe you
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I understand your concerns and respect your privacy. Given the substantial labor issues you've described, it seems like a strong case for a labor lawyer to review. Would you like me to provide general guidance on where to search for local labor lawyers in Colorado on your own without sharing personal details?
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Since you're dealing with significant labor law violations, it's advisable to seek legal advice. Here’s how you can find local labor lawyers in Colorado:
- Use online lawyer directories like Avvo, FindLaw, or Lawyers.com.
- Check Colorado Bar Association’s website for referrals.
- Search for local law firms specializing in labor law.
If you reconsider, I can help connect you to local labor lawyers while ensuring your privacy is protected.