Why a Civil Records Background Check Is a Risky Move for Employers
While background checks are usually a good idea, a civil records check should never be included in your list of pre-employment requirements. Here's...
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Employee Misconduct: Disciplinary Action or Immediate Termination?
Does my employee’s inappropriate behavior warrant disciplinary action or immediate termination? Consider these examples.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 14, 2025
Workplace Incivility: Tips to Reshape Inappropriate Employee Behavior
When gossip, eye rolling, and other unprofessional behaviors are ignored, employees interpret that as acceptable behavior. Learn how to reshape your...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Mar 3, 2025
Is My Company Required to Offer Bereavement Leave?
If an employee comes to you asking for bereavement leave, is your company required to offer it? Which federal and state regulations are involved?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 21, 2025
HR for Startups: Compliance Fails That Are Consistently Overlooked
Starting a business requires you to pay close attention to compliance. Here are some examples of compliance fails and why you should manage them...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 12, 2025
6 Things to Consider Before You Fire an Employee
Once you've decided to fire an employee for the good of the organization, be sure these 6 things are covered to protect your company from legal...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jan 28, 2025
Worried About Immigration ICE Raids? How to Prepare Your Employees
Despite having verified employee work documentation, you may be concerned about business interruptions from a potential ICE raid. See how to prepare.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 15, 2025
Guidelines for Awarding Merit Pay Increase
Here are some tips as a small business owner on how to award pay increases while factoring in performance to reward top employees.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jan 10, 2025
Clocked In Workers Should Not Leave Premises: Employer Liability for Accidents on Paid Breaks
Without these 3 preventive steps, an employer may be liable for any accidents that occur to employees who leave company premises on a paid break.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 6, 2025
