Deciphering Pre Adverse Action When There's a Hit on a Background Check
If you conduct background checks as part of your due diligence, what should you do when you discover something negative?
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Top 25 Employment Laws All Managers Should Know
What are the most important federal HR laws managers should know? Here’s our top 25, broken down by company size.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 7, 2024
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
Does the Overturn of Roe v Wade Affect My Workplace?
From various state laws to water cooler discussions, the overturn of Roe v Wade could have a significant impact on your company.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Jun 30, 2022
Job Descriptions: 10 Ways to Attract More Applicants
Job descriptions are how applicants decide whether your position is right for them. Are your qualifications and skills too stringent?
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
May 16, 2022
Can Employees Claim “Religious Exemption” from the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Whether or not you believe them, can your employees claim a religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine to avoid being inoculated?
Cariann Lieske, SHRM-CP
Jan 20, 2021
Racism: What is and isn’t acceptable behavior when off-the-clock
One of your employees has become involved with a movement that may be considered racism, but their involvement is off-the-clock. What should you do?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jun 5, 2020
Job Applicants with Misdemeanors: Employer Guidance
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
Apr 26, 2019
