FLSA Audits Can Help Employers Avoid or Minimize the Impact of Misclassification Claims -
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is one of the oldest employment laws in existence. At the most basic level, the FLSA requires...more
3/22/2023
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A newly proposed federal regulation could flip the script for employers across the country that utilize independent contractors in day-to-day business. A proposed rule by the Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division was...more
10/20/2022
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Good news is on the horizon for companies that legitimately use independent contractors. The Florida legislature recently passed a premier law aimed at protecting businesses against misclassification claims when they aid...more