There are over 3 million people employed in the state of Colorado. Keeping employees safe in the workplace is undoubtedly one of the top priorities of companies. While some professions and industries are more susceptible to workplace injuries than others, accidents can occur even in traditional office environments. According to Pinnacol Assurance, Colorado’s largest workers’…
Read MoreWith the recent changes that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) made to policies related to Form I-9 compliance, if audited, your company faces increased penalties for certain errors. Since 1996, the federal government splits I-9 violations into two categories: Substantive violations that could lead to hiring an unauthorized worker. Technical or procedural violations for…
Read MoreThe official results are in! J. Kent Staffing, a Gold award winner, is proud to announce that we have earned our 8th consecutive year of “Best of Staffing” awards from both our Clients and Talent. Those with the Gold award distinction have won the Best of Staffing Award for at least 5 years in a…
Read MoreEach calendar year always brings new legislative changes that impact employers. What are some of the key changes that took effect on January 1, 2026? Read on…. Colorado’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program Colorado’s paid family leave program expands with up to 12 additional weeks for NICU-related care. Premium rates dropped from .9%…
Read MoreEach year, we share information on what’s happening with minimum wages locally, around the country, and also at our company – J. Kent Staffing. Denver and Colorado’s 2026 Minimum Wage – $19.29 and $15.16 Per Hour, Respectively On January 1, 2026, Denver’s minimum wage (not including tipped employees) increased from $18.81 in 2025 to $19.29,…
Read MoreIn June 2025, J. Kent Staffing was selected as the sole staffing vendor for all front-of-house staff for Candlelight Concerts throughout the state of Colorado. Candlelight Concerts, produced by Fever, are classical string quartet performances set on a stage with thousands of electric candles. In one evening, there are two 1-hour concerts showcasing the music…
Read MoreAcross the state of Colorado, a powerful movement is underway—one that’s dismantling the stigma around menstruation and addressing a silent but critical need in schools: access to menstrual hygiene products. At the heart of this effort is PeriodPalooza, a grassroots initiative organized by the nonprofit Justice Necessary, dedicated to ensuring period equity for Colorado’s students.…
Read MoreEvery company wants to have “A” players on their team. What percentage of your company’s employees are in this category? More importantly, what percentage of your managers are in this category? Here is a great list of qualities and traits compiled by David DeWolf found in “A” Players (or in those who are on their…
Read MoreLate last month, Governor Jared Polis signed Senate Bill 25-144, Concerning Changes to the “Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act” (FAMLI) into law. 1. The law creates a new leave category, called Neonatal Care Leave, which allows parents covered by the FAMLI plan (or other state-approved paid leave plan) to take up to an…
Read MoreOn April 3, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new edition of the Form I-9. What are the Key Updates? Renaming the fourth checkbox in Section 1 to “An alien authorized to work” Revising the descriptions of two List B documents in the Lists of Acceptable Documents Adding appropriate statutory language and…
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