The Department of Labor seeks to rescind a 2024 final rule addressing the classification of independent contractors and replace it with a rule like the one adopted in 2021.

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. Many individuals work in non-traditional employment ...

The misclassification of workers—a practice where employees are erroneously labeled as contractors—can lead to grave consequences for both companies and workers alike. In 2015, FedEx settled a lawsuit ...

A potential client emails you about a project and mentions they work with “1099 employees.” You nod along, sign the paperwork, and start the work. A few months later, tax season arrives, and you ...

The difference between an employee and an independent contractor is more than just paperwork. It affects your access to health benefits, paid leave, job protections, and taxes. If you’re working ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. It sounds simple: classify workers as exempt or non-exempt ...