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Disciplinary Action: Strong vs. Weak Documentation
All disciplinary action should include documentation that protects your business. See three examples of strong vs. weak documentation.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Aug 14, 2026
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
Is a Demotion Ever the Right Choice?
How do you make a demotion a win-win for both the employer and the employee? Ask yourself these four questions – and let go of your pride.
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Jun 25, 2026
Contesting Unemployment: Winning an Unemployment Claim
Learn how employers can successfully contest unemployment claims, reduce tax liability, and win appeals with a clear understanding of requirements.
Averie Hampton, SHRM-CP
May 7, 2026
Managing a Passive-Aggressive Employee
Do you know what a passive-aggressive employee looks like in a work setting? Learn these warning signs so you can identify and address behavioral...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Mar 27, 2026
How to Have Difficult Conversations with Employees
Do you know how to have difficult conversations with employees? Whether you’re a new manager or an expert, we’ve simplified it into five easy steps.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Nov 20, 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
Making Company Mealtime Boost Your Bottom Line
Learn how even a small budget-sensitive company can capitalize on the benefits of company mealtime by following these easy steps.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Sep 24, 2025
