How to handle employee drug and alcohol use at work
Whether employee drug use at work is the result of prescription or recreational drugs or alcohol, it doesn't change the fact that on-the-job
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Handling Suspected Drug or Alcohol Abuse
When handling a for-suspicion situation, be sure to have a workplace drug and alcohol testing policy in place and remember these five actions...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 13, 2017
Capitalize on New Year’s Resolutions to Improve Bottom Line
New Year's resolutions are the perfect time to start a wellness program to add to your bottom line. Here are 7 budget-friendly ideas to get started.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Dec 27, 2016
4 Steps for Managing Employee Conflict
No one wants to step in to fix an employee conflict but managers are liable for doing whatever to help the workplace be productive...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Dec 22, 2016
How to Have Difficult Conversations with Employees
Although inevitable, nobody likes dealing with employee complaints. Whether you're a new manager or an expert, we’ve simplified it into 4 easy steps.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Dec 22, 2016
New Form I-9
There's a new version of Form I-9 that employers can begin using immediately, even though it's not mandatory to make the switch until January 22,...
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Nov 28, 2016
DOL Overtime Rule On Hold for Now
The DOL's new overtime rule that was set to take effect on December 1 has been postponed until a pending lawsuit is resolved.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Nov 24, 2016
Deaf Job Applicant Wins McDonald's Discrimination Lawsuit
The EEOC, McDonald’s must pay $56,000 as a settlement in a recent discrimination lawsuit for not letting a deaf applicant interview for a job
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Nov 11, 2016
4 Step Plan to Prevent Workplace Harassment
Workplace harassment poses a threat to other workers as well as to the company. Here's a quick guide to curb unwanted behavior in the workplace.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Oct 28, 2016
