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...
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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, Stratus HR Human Resources & Unemployment Generalist
May 7, 2026
AI in the Workplace: Building a Smart, Defensible Policy
Create an effective AI in the Workplace Policy that promotes innovation, manages risk, ensures compliance, and guides employees on responsible AI...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Apr 24, 2026
How to Discipline an Employee with Disabilities
There's a delicate balance of accommodating an employee with disabilities while effectively sending the right message to your staff.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Apr 15, 2026
Establishing a Zero-Tolerance Policy for Workplace Violence
Looking for a zero-tolerance workplace violence policy? Here's a sample policy, along with guidelines for your violence prevention plan.
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Mar 11, 2026
Navigating the ADA: How to Respond to an Accommodation Request
When an employee requests an ADA accommodation, the way you respond will have a direct effect on employee morale and could also have legal...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 5, 2026
Should a Work Romance Be Allowed at the Office?
From power imbalances and perceived favoritism to distractions and performance issues, a work romance sparks red flags for most managers. Should...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Feb 3, 2026
Job Offer Scam: How Recruiters are Impersonated and What You Can Do
Scammers might be impersonating a company's recruitment team using information they gathered online and sending out fake job offers. Learn the red...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Jan 5, 2026
Small Businesses: Pay Attention to the $1.35M California Privacy Complaint
If your company operates online, collects consumer data, or accepts job applications from CA residents, you need to take action to comply with the...
Kristen Neilson, SHRM-SCP, Communication Manager
Dec 5, 2025
