Employment

A multi-chapter resource about employment investigations for religious organizations, including the importance of these investigations and how to develop a framework for conducting them.

A multi-chapter resource by Theresa Lynn Sidebotham, Esq. and Dr. Brent Lindquist about developing spiritual screening tools and some problems that such a project might encounter.

Are you asking a candidate “illegal” questions in a job interview? This post explores some of the common problem questions to avoid and suggests tips for keeping the hiring process legal and safe for all.

A multi-chapter resource about why organizations should consider using background checks and what to look for in a service provider for your screening.

Can you really fire someone for any reason? This informative Colorado employment law post explores the at-will employment doctrine and its exceptions.

Can you have an unpaid intern? This post highlights the legal ins and outs of unpaid internships and explains how to analyze your internship with a series of factors.

Joint employment is a constantly shifting concept. Would the current test apply to religious organizations? Think through the factors of a joint employer relationship..

A multi-chapter resource by Theresa Lynn Sidebotham, Esq. and Dr. Brent Lindquist about what are acceptable questions for pre-screening questionnaires.

Colorado employers must verify their employees’ legal work status. To do this, they must fill out the new federal I-9, which is very similar to the old one, but has some new “smart” characteristics.

The Pacific Justice Institute has produced a helpful resource for religious organizations on developing policies around marriage. Learn more here.