Jonathan Greschler

The core idea ·         If you take money out of a 401(k) or IRA that your recent (base period) employer paid into, Colorado can treat that money like extra pay and postpone your unemployment. ·         This rule comes from section CRS 8-73-110 of the Colorado unemployment law. ·         It does not matter that it is “your” money – if the employer contributed, at any point in your employment, even if they discontinued the matching contribution years ago, it can still affect benefits. Why...

When a parent faces the difficult choice of leaving a job to care for a sick child, questions about unemployment benefits often arise. In Colorado, the rules around qualifying for unemployment benefits after quitting are strict, but there are exceptions. This post explains when former employees can receive unemployment benefits if they quit because of their minor child's illness. It also offers guidance for employers who want to understand these situations better. A parent supporting a child...

Quit to Follow Spouse or Chase a New Job? Understanding Colorado Unemployment Benefits Have you ever wondered why one employee's resignation leads to full unemployment benefits while another's is denied, even when both quit voluntarily? In Colorado, the reason behind the resignation is crucial. This is especially true for those who quit to follow a spouse's job move versus those who leave to pursue new employment. Greschler Unemployment Law Representation simplifies this complex topic for...