Why a Civil Records Background Check Is a Risky Move for Employers
While background checks are usually a good idea, a civil records check should never be included in your list of pre-employment requirements. Here's...
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Federal Law Breakdown by 1+, 15+, 20+ Employee Threshold (and more)
Overwhelmed with trying to know which federal law applies to your company? Here's a quick summary of each law, broken down by company size.
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Apr 3, 2025
Recruit, onboard and pay talent anywhere in the world: Stratus HR announces partnership with Emerald Technology
At Stratus HR, we’ve always focused on helping businesses grow smarter and faster here in the U.S. But what happens when the next big move expands...
Carlos Bolaños, Stratus HR Chief Marketing Officer
Mar 26, 2025
Does a Calculator Make Me an Accountant? The Case for an HR Outsourcing Company
When you’re the outsider looking in, like I oftentimes am, you get to see the real cost of not outsourcing human resources functions.
Stephanie Lyon, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Business Consultant
Mar 21, 2025
Employee Misconduct: Disciplinary Action or Immediate Termination?
Does my employee’s inappropriate behavior warrant disciplinary action or immediate termination? Consider these examples.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 14, 2025
Employee Mental Health: Is Your Company Doing Enough?
While it may not be your job to solve employees’ physical and mental health problems, you can enhance workplace mental health by being open and...
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Mar 10, 2025
Workplace Incivility: Tips to Reshape Inappropriate Employee Behavior
When gossip, eye rolling, and other unprofessional behaviors are ignored, employees interpret that as acceptable behavior. Learn how to reshape your...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Mar 3, 2025
Is My Company Required to Offer Bereavement Leave?
If an employee comes to you asking for bereavement leave, is your company required to offer it? Which federal and state regulations are involved?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 21, 2025
HR for Startups: Compliance Fails That Are Consistently Overlooked
Starting a business requires you to pay close attention to compliance. Here are some examples of compliance fails and why you should manage them...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 12, 2025
