On October 11, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a proposed rule entitled Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act that redefines how to classify ...

When choosing between being an employee or an independent contractor, long-term stability is a major factor to consider. Both work arrangements come with their benefits and risks, but the level of ...

After working for 9 months as a contractor, I received a phone call from my boss telling me that he got approval to transition my position from contractor to a full-time position. While I had hoped ...

As the need for contract workers continues to grow, organizations looking to attract and retain independent workers should implement a number of considerations to achieve this goal. Businesses should ...

Are people who work with your business “independent contractors” or “employees?” The answer can be like the Florida weather: if you don’t like it, wait five minutes — or its business equivalent.

Brandeis University recognizes the importance and dignity of each Brandeis employee and each contractor employee. The university will actively strive to uphold the following principles, to the best of ...

There are two main types of workers when it comes to income taxes — 1099 contractors and W-2 employees. While W-2 employees are considered direct employees of a business, 1099 employees typically ...

On October 23, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court decided Yoder v. McCarthy Const. Inc., addressing statutory employer immunity in the context of ...

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has ended after 43 days, and while many received back pay and moved on, for ...

Christiana Jolaoso-Oloyede writes for media publications, B2B brands and nonprofits. Using her research, analytical and writing skills from her training as a lawyer, she focuses on garnering accurate ...

Uber is facing roadblocks to its rapid growth from a California ruling that threatens to drive up payments to its drivers, which could increase costs for users of its car service app. A recent ...