Can Employers Discriminate Based on Weight?
If an employer were to make a hiring or other employment decision based on someone being obese, would this be considered weight discrimination?
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Why Your Company Should Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Would it be perceived as discrimination by non-hispanic employees if your company celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month? Discover what HR experts think.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Sep 22, 2023
Are You Asking Illegal Questions During an Interview?
Did you know that making small talk with candidates during a job interview could lead to a discrimination lawsuit? What you learn could hurt you ...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Sep 19, 2023
Can an Employer Require Proof of Religion for Time-Off Requests?
If an employee requests time off for religious events, holidays, or ceremonies, can the employer require proof of religion?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Sep 5, 2023
ADA Accommodation: 10 Avoidable Mistakes
When an employee requests an ADA accommodation, be sure you are familiar with the governing laws and do not respond to them in any of these ways...
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jul 6, 2023
Applicant Discrimination: How to Avoid a Lawsuit Before Hiring
Did you know that your company can be sued by an applicant before you offer a job? Here is what your managers should know about applicant...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Apr 20, 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
Is Light Duty for Sickness a Thing?
Can I offer light duty to an employee who is sick, or is that only for somebody who has been injured at work?
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Feb 23, 2023
When Holiday Traditions and Religions Don't Mix
Planning an office holiday party when not all of your employees celebrate holidays? Avoid religious discrimination with these tips.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Dec 6, 2022
