Politics in the Workplace: Where Do You Draw the Line?
Politics in the workplace can create divisive arguments and harsh feelings, but is it legal for an employer to prohibit political activity at work?
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401K Loan - good or bad idea?
Taking a loan from your 401k may seem like a good idea but might bring consequence that can slow down your retirement plans.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Jan 20, 2020
Employer Penalties Increase for Federal Law Violations
The DOL announced an increase to employer penalties for noncompliance with federal laws. See what the price per infraction is as of Jan 15, 2020.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 16, 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
Top 5 Things to Know about the New W-4
While the IRS says the new W-4 is supposed to be less complex, employees are going to need a bit of an explanation. Here it is in layman's terms.
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Jan 3, 2020
Celebrating 20 Years in Business: The Success Behind Stratus.hr
Celebrating 20 years of Stratus.hr! Dive into our journey, achievements, and the vision that drives our success in the HR industry.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Dec 27, 2019
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
Stratus.hr Named "Best Company to Work For" in Utah
Stratus.hr, the premiere PEO for human resources outsourcing in the Intermountain West, was just named as a “Best Company to Work For” in Utah.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Dec 10, 2019
Still no social media policy? Where to start
Many companies are apprehensive to embrace employee use of social media, but what they really need is a well-written social media policy.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Dec 9, 2019
