A look at the DOL’s upcoming independent contractor proposal and the reaction to EEOC’s move to rescind anti-harassment guidance.

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals gave more guidance to employers on the “economic reality test” used to distinguish ...

Before your business hires workers, you have a big decision to make: Will they be classified as employees or independent contractors? Here are some factors to consider from a business perspective and ...

Working as a contractor, or hiring contractors, provides the flexibility that many workers and companies desire. In some scenarios, the independent contractor status works well. However, employers can ...

Knowing the difference between 1099 vs. W-2 employees is key for filing your taxes. Learn the key points about tax ...

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 ...

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 ...

On December 19, 2025, Governor DeWine signed the E-Verify Workforce Integrity Act (Ohio General Assembly Substitute House Bill No. 246) which ...

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 ...

The U.S. Department of Labor on Wednesday published a final rule designed to help employers and workers better understand when a worker qualifies as an employee and when they may be considered an ...

Independent contractors fulfill varying roles, and there’s a lot of grey area when it comes to differentiating between contractors and employees. Delineating the difference between the two ...

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.