Gig Work Classifications Per the DOL Final Rule
Per the DOL’s final rule about worker classifications, gig workers should be classified as employees rather than independent contractors.
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Business Risk Management: How PEOs Can Be Your Lifesaver
Business risk management can be daunting, but PEOs are changing the game in business. Learn how they can be your company’s lifesaver.
Stephanie Lyon, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Business Consultant
Nov 22, 2023
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
Remote I9 Verification: Employer FAQs for August 2023 Form I-9
As of August 1, 2023, there’s a new Form I-9 to confirm worker eligibility where qualified employers can review employee ID remotely rather than in...
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Jul 28, 2023
Is Your Business Ready to Hire Teenagers? Understand Child Labor Laws
Before hiring teenagers, it's crucial to understand the applicable child labor laws. Learn how to avoid penalties and ensure your business is...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Jun 26, 2023
Employee Benefits Benchmarking: How Do You Compare to Your Competition?
Discover how your company compares with others through employee benefits benchmarking. Learn about the key indicators and effective strategies here.
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
May 31, 2023
Why Your Company Should Outsource HR Functions
Discover the benefits of outsourcing HR functions, how outsourcing HR functions boosts your company's efficiency, & why it's a strategic move for...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
May 18, 2023
Can an employee be forced to work overtime?
My 19-year-old son was told that if he didn’t work 60 hours a week working graveyards, he would be fired. Is mandatory overtime even legal?
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Apr 25, 2023
California CRD Pay Data Reports: What Employers Should Know
If you have at least one employee working in or from California, you may need to comply with the California CRD Pay Data Reports requirement.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Apr 12, 2023
