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"Discrimination Against LGBTQ Workers is Illegal" Rules Supreme Court
The Supreme Court recently ruled that sex discrimination encompasses sexual orientation and gender identity. Do you need to make any company...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jun 26, 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
New Overtime Rule Compliance Strategies
If you have exempt employees making less than $35,568, you'll need to implement 1 of these 4 overtime compliance strategies for each affected...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jan 9, 2020
Minimum Wage Increases – January 1, 2020
While the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hr still presides in 21 states, many states will have minimum wage rate increases in 2020.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Dec 18, 2019
New Overtime Rule: Minimum Salary Raised to $35,568
The DOL has officially released a final overtime rule requiring employees to earn at least $35,568 to be exempt from overtime, effective January 1,...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Sep 25, 2019
3 Ways Small Businesses Can Compete in Hiring
While working for a small business has its natural appeal, you need to have a hiring strategy to compete with large employers for key talent.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Mar 25, 2019
OSHA Summary Logs 2019: Are You Compliant?
It’s time for certain employers to post their OSHA Summary of last year's reportable worksite injuries, as well as file online before March 2, 2019.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Feb 5, 2019
Tax-Related Investment Considerations Before Year's End
Be sure to look at your financial situation before the year ends, as some tax-advantage strategies end at midnight on Dec 31.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Dec 12, 2018
