Can You Fire An Employee For Vulgar Language?
Wondering if you can discipline a worker who uses vulgar language? Learn from this court case about whether disciplinary action would be appropriate.
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Who Pays Unemployment Benefits? MythBusters for Employer Liability
If an employer fires a new worker within their 90-day probationary period, are they culpable for unemployment benefits paid? Learn this answer and...
Averie Hampton, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Human Resources & Unemployment Generalist
Feb 21, 2024
HR Trend: Personalize Learning to Develop Employees
Developing employees via e-learning platforms is an easy way to train. But what if your workers have different learning styles or are on various...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 13, 2024
“More” Than a Coworker? Addressing Romance in the Workplace
Considering the risks and potential problems with workplace relationships, how should your company handle a romance at work?
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Feb 7, 2024
Deciphering Adverse Action When There’s a Hit on a Background Check
If you conduct background checks as part of your due diligence, what should you do when you discover something negative?
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Jan 31, 2024
Time to Post Your OSHA Summary (Feb 1 - Apr 30)
If your company meets requirements, your 2023 OSHA Summary 300(A) needs to be posted for employees to see from Feb 1 through April 30.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Jan 26, 2024
Gig Work Classifications Per the DOL Final Rule
Per the DOL’s final rule about worker classifications, should gig workers be classified as independent contractors or employees?
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Jan 18, 2024
Making a Successful Transition from Peer to Manager
Were you recently promoted as a manager to supervise your former peers? See our tips on making it a smooth transition.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jan 12, 2024
Implementing and Tracking the ROI of an Employee Wellness Program
Are you ready to set up an employee wellness program? Here are ideas to consider, as well as methods to calculate your program’s ROI.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Jan 9, 2024
