2015 FSA and HSA Open Enrollment
Get details on the 2015 Open Enrollment for FSA and HSA. Learn about benefits, IRS changes, and how to participate. Enroll by November 30th.
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Employee Handbook: a Necessary Evil
Lawsuits are constantly challenging what should and shouldn’t be included in an employee handbook. So what exactly should be included?
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Sep 27, 2014
California Employers Now Must Provide Three Paid Sick Days
As of July 1, 2015, California employers must provide at least three paid sick days for employees that work 30 or more days in a year.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Sep 27, 2014
NBS Announces Enhancements to Flexible Benefit Systems
NBS's Flexible Benefit Systems will feature enhancements such as a mobile app, easy to navigate web portal and improved debit card.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Aug 25, 2014
ACA: Three Facts Employers Should Know for 2015
What should employers know about healthcare reform for 2015? With so many complicating factors, many employers are looking for a simple answer...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Aug 23, 2014
What does the Dickey’s BBQ Incident Teach Employers?
Thorough training. That's the main take away for employers after learning about a Dickey's customer who drank sweet tea laced with toxic acid.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Aug 23, 2014
Three Insightful Tips for Interviewers
If you’re ready to spice up the interview process, here are three insightful (and creative) tips to help both the green and the expert interviewers.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Jul 28, 2014
Test Your HSA Proficiency
Employer disconnect: take this quiz to see what you, the employer, think your employees know about HSAs. The results might surprise you.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jul 28, 2014
What do I do with the rebate check for employee health insurance?
Already renewed your group health insurance plan? Check to see if you received a premium rebate for employee premiums.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Jul 28, 2014
