Rest in Peace Mr. Nelson Mandela
Much of the civil rights work we are able to do everyday is because of the courage of individuals like you. You inspired us at a young age to pursue…
Denver sheriff revamps policy on inmate grievances after harsh report
The Denver Sheriff's Department has revamped its policies on dealing with inmate allegations of deputy misconduct, days after the city's independent monitor criticized officials for failing to formally investigate dozens of…
Denver inmate’s assault accusation spurred probe into grievances
A city investigation into the Denver Sheriff's Department's failure to investigate dozens of inmate allegations of serious deputy misconduct was prompted by the case of a man who said a…
Using the First Amendment as a Defense in Criminal Cases
In this country, many people know that the First Amendment to the United States Constitution provides for freedom of speech. Specifically, the First Amendment provides that "Congress shall make no…
A Case of Older Worker Discrimination at Abercrombie & Fitch?
Most readers of this blog are probably familiar with Abercrombie & Fitch's youthful image. Abercrombie's unabashed exclusiveness associated with this image, while financially successful, has offended members of the American…
Ameristar Casinos Sanctioned for Nearly Half-Million Dollars for Unlawful Coercive Communications with Prospective FLSA Collective Action Members
By Qusair Mohamedbhai posted in Employment Law on Friday, June 7, 2013 Skeptics in society may think that the rich and powerful are in fact above the law, that the…
All Criminal Charges Dismissed Against Our Client Franklin Sain
By Qusair Mohamedbhai posted in Firm News on Friday, July 12, 2013 As is being reported by the Denver Post, all criminal charges against Franklin Sain were dismissed this morning…
Supreme Court ruling defines what it means to be a “supervisor”
Recently the Supreme Court ruled on two cases, which now make it more difficult for employees to allege retaliation and discrimination in employment law cases. The decisions of the cases…
Workplace sexual harassment in Colorado: know your rights
As far too many Colorado employees have had to learn firsthand, sexual harassment can turn going to work into a nightmarish experience. Although some progress has been made toward the…