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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
2025 Minimum Wage: Preparing for Increases in 21 States
While the federal minimum wage has not increased since 2009, many states will see minimum wage rate increases in 2025 - most of which occur January...
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Dec 20, 2024
Ghosting Vs. Quitting: Do I Have To Give Two Weeks Notice?
Whether you are fed up with your job or ready to make a career move, you should still give proper notice to your employer instead of disappearing on...
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Sep 14, 2024
Best Onboarding Practices For New Employees
Discover five game-changing best practices to optimize your employee onboarding process. Set your new hires up for success from day one with these...
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Aug 10, 2024
Is Juneteenth a Paid Holiday? Should Your Business Offer It?
Our company gives paid time off for federal holidays. Should Juneteenth now be included as a paid holiday? Any legal ramifications if not?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
May 27, 2024
How to Accommodate Pregnant Employees per the PWFA
If an employee comes to you requesting an accommodation for pregnancy, what types of accommodations would be considered reasonable?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Mar 30, 2024
Is AI Helping or Hurting the Recruitment Process?
Using artificial intelligence (AI) for recruiting has its advantages, but do the pros outweigh the cons? Are there any preferred alternatives?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 29, 2024
What to Do If Your Coworker Is a Victim of Domestic Violence
Witnessing signs of domestic violence in a colleague? We can help you equip yourself with knowledge and resources to make a difference.
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Sep 11, 2023
