Do All Employers Have to Honor Religious Accommodation Requests?
Which employers have to provide religious accommodations, what qualifies as an undue hardship, and how do they reduce legal risks when handling...
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Job Applicants with Misdemeanors: What the 2026 DOJ Opinion Says
While a criminal background is not a protected class, automatically rejecting a candidate based on a misdemeanor (or felony) may lead to legal...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jul 17, 2026
Navigating the ADA: How to Respond to an Accommodation Request
When an employee requests an ADA accommodation, the way you respond will have a direct effect on employee morale and could also have legal...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 5, 2026
Do Employees Get Time Off to Vote?
If an employee requests time off to vote for local or federal elections, does the employer have to make accommodations?
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Oct 30, 2025
Steps to Prevent Retaliation at Work
Retaliation is a form of revenge made manifest through how employees are treated at work, which can be purposefully or subconsciously done.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Oct 6, 2025
Recent SCOTUS Ruling Ends Reverse Discrimination
Due to a recent Supreme Court decision, reverse discrimination may soon become an obsolete term. Here's what every employer should know to comply.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jun 12, 2025
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?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jul 31, 2024
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
