Furlough or Layoff – which one is it?
Furlough vs layoff: both mean an employee isn't currently working for your company, but which term is the right word to use and what are the...
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Maintaining a Positive Reputation Post-Coronavirus
While creating a positive reputation has always taken proactive effort, here are some things to be vigilant about while reopening from the...
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
May 7, 2020
Proper Workplace Safety Controls for Reopening from COVID-19
If you've identified potential coronavirus threats to your employees or customers, implement the following workplace safety controls before reopening.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Apr 27, 2020
Reopening for Business after COVID-19 Shutdown? Run a Risk Assessment
Will you be reopening for business soon? Here are several things to consider to mitigate exposure to COVID-19 coronavirus risks.
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Apr 21, 2020
OTC Meds and Feminine Products Now FSA-Eligible
Did you know that certain over-the-counter medicines and feminine hygiene products are now FSA-eligible expenses without a prescription?
Cariann Lieske, SHRM-CP
Apr 15, 2020
FFCRA Employee FAQs
Since the FFCRA was passed, many employees have had questions about how this Act affects their insurance and what relief options are available to...
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Apr 10, 2020
CARES Act 401K Relief Options for Participants
Did you know you can access monetary funds through your 401k without penalty if you need immediate funds due to the coronavirus? See details.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Apr 7, 2020
Letter for PPP Loans Explaining Tax Documents
If your lender is requiring 941s for Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loan applications, please use this letter to reference the SBA Interim Final...
Chase Heywood, Stratus HR Chief Operations Officer
Apr 6, 2020
PPP Loan FAQs for Employers
As companies wade through updated guidance of the PPP loan, we've outlined our list of employer-asked FAQs to help them dissect the regs.
Chase Heywood, Stratus HR Chief Operations Officer
Apr 3, 2020
