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Lawsuits Aim to Void DOL’s New Independent Contractor Test

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A few weeks ago, we brought you news that the Department of Labor (DOL) dropped a new independent contractor rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) that arguably leans in favor of employees. And, as we predicted, the...more

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Department of Labor Finalizes Rule Change on Independent Contractor Classification

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On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor released details of its final rule regarding the proper circumstances for independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). On January 10,...more

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The DOL’s New Independent Contractor Test Just Dropped; Now What?

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’Tis the season for things to drop. Some things that drop are big, some not so big. On New Year's Eve, we saw the ball drop in New York. Fun fact: The ball is a geodesic sphere, 12 feet in diameter, weighing 11,875...more

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New Rule on Independent Contractor Classification Will Have Profound Impact on Businesses

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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced on Jan. 9, 2024, the issuance of its final rule regarding whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new...more

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Biden Administration Rescinds Trump-Era Rule on Independent Contractors

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On May 5, 2021, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule rescinding a 2020 rule promulgated by the Trump administration that made it easier for workers to be classified as independent contractors rather...more

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