Giving a 1099 to This Teenage Worker Was Illegal
My niece’s employer took advantage of her by paying her as an independent contractor with a 1099 but insisted they did nothing wrong.
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5 Hiring & Retention Trends to Consider
Although you may have a tightened HR budget, here are 5 hiring and retention trends you should implement to compete for key talent.
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 9, 2021
Conducting Remote Interviews? 7 Tips for Success
Need some tips to make your virtual interviews feel more effective? Here are a few adjustments to make and new questions to ask.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Jul 14, 2020
"Discrimination Against LGBTQ Workers is Illegal" Rules Supreme Court
The Supreme Court recently ruled that sex discrimination encompasses sexual orientation and gender identity. Do you need to make any company...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jun 26, 2020
Top 3 Actions Blue-Collar Employers Should Take ASAP
Are you a blue-collar employer experiencing a shrinking workforce or lack of interest in your industry? Here are 3 ways to attract and retain workers.
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Feb 6, 2020
Celebrating 20 Years in Business: The Success Behind Stratus.hr
Celebrating 20 years of Stratus.hr! Dive into our journey, achievements, and the vision that drives our success in the HR industry.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Dec 27, 2019
Everything You Need to Know About Reference Checks
Whether you are the reference for a former employee or you need to conduct a reference check for a candidate, here is everything you need to know.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jul 25, 2019
Illegal Interview Questions: What to Avoid
Do you ever go off script in a job interview? While you may think it's harmless, asking about certain topics could land you in a legal nightmare.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
May 9, 2019
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
