Can I Make Out-of-Pocket Payments for Worker Injuries?
If I made out-of-pocket payments for my injured employee, would I save future workers’ compensation insurance costs? Are there any risks to doing...
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Combatting Prescription Drug Abuse at Work
The workplace is experiencing a steady uptick in workers with a prescription drug addiction. What can (and should) employers do?
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Oct 19, 2023
What to Do If Your Coworker Is a Victim of Domestic Violence
Witnessing signs of domestic violence in a colleague? We can help you equip yourself with knowledge and resources to make a difference.
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Sep 11, 2023
Workplace Violence: How to Recognize and Reduce Risks
Explore essential strategies to combat workplace violence. Learn to recognize the signs, understand its forms, and implement measures to protect your...
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Aug 29, 2023
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
Jul 6, 2023
Summer Safety: Keeping Employees Safe in Hot Weather
Summer safety is extra crucial for workers who perform jobs outside in hot weather. Protect your workers with these training and safety tips.
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Jun 16, 2023
Legalized Marijuana: Can Employers Fire for Impairment?
Can a company create a drug-free work policy in a state that allows recreational marijuana use? What about registered medical marijuana users?
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
May 15, 2023
Is Light Duty for Sickness a Thing?
Can I offer light duty to an employee who is sick, or is that only for somebody who has been injured at work?
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Feb 23, 2023
How to Spot Client Risk and Weigh Value
Is there a dollar amount that delineates whether a risky client is worth the gamble?
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Dec 21, 2022
