Expressing Political Views in the Workplace is Constitutionally Protected… Or Is It?
In a world of free speech and First Amendment rights, can employers limit political discussions at work? See what is... and is NOT protected.
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Can Employers Discriminate Based on Weight?
If an employer were to make a hiring or other employment decision based on someone being obese, would this be considered weight discrimination?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jul 31, 2024
Top 25 Employment Laws All Managers Should Know
What are the most important federal HR laws managers should know? Here’s our top 25, broken down by company size.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 7, 2024
Can You Ban Employees from Discussing Politics in the Workplace?
With political tension about to be more prominent as elections draw near, what are your employer limits for restricting political activity at work?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Oct 12, 2023
Can an Employer Require Proof of Religion for Time-Off Requests?
If an employee requests time off for religious events, holidays, or ceremonies, can the employer require proof of religion?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Sep 5, 2023
NLRB Rules about Severance Agreement Clauses
The NLRB recently ruled that severance agreements cannot include broad non-disparagement and confidentiality clauses. See a breakdown of what that...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Feb 28, 2023
Which Jobs Could I Pay as a 1099 Contractor?
Could the jobs you're paying employees to do be reconfigured to pay as 1099 contractors instead? What would it take?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jun 6, 2022
Negative Social Media Post: Protected or Unprotected Behavior?
When an employee bashes your company in a negative social media post, can they legally be disciplined? Or is that their freedom of speech?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Aug 17, 2021
What to do After 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
Jul 15, 2021
