The rule also contradicts PERA’s own statute, which requires individuals to become members as a condition of employment and states that independent contractors are not eligible for membership, Tagg continued.
David W. Illingworth II of Illingworth Law LLC, representing Tagg, declined to comment Monday. Representatives of PERA did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Tagg Education is represented by David W. Illingworth II of Illingworth Law LLC. Counsel information for the Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association was not available.
The case is Tagg Education LLC v. Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association et al., case number 2024CV31662, in the 2nd Judicial District of Colorado.
