What is the difference between an independent contractor and a W-2 employee, you ask? How employees are classified will affect how much a business pays in … Read more
Study Shows How the “Gig” Economy Is Transforming Work Relationships
Last week, I introduced you to Mary Meeker’s Internet Trends 2015 report, which I suggested should be required reading for HR. This report, which really … Read more
Consider These “Extras” When Making Contract Staffing Calls
With email and social networks (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, etc.), there are plenty of ways to reach clients these days. However, many recruiters find … Read more
When Outsourcing the Workforce Goes Terribly Wrong
Some time ago, my dad was unemployed and picking up contract work when it was made available to him. In order to procure this contract work, he had to sign … Read more
Yes, Your Independent Contractors SHOULD Release Employment Claims
Editor’s Note: Weekly Wrap is taking the week off. It will return next Friday. By Eric B. Meyer Here’s a thought: Consider requiring your new … Read more
NJ Court’s Independent Contractor Test Assumes Workers Are Employees
By Eric B. Meyer The New Jersey Supreme Court just fashioned a test to determine whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor for purposes … Read more
Labor Department Going After More Wage and Hour Laws Violations
Employees in New York and California are being cheated out of millions in wages by their employers, a new study reveals, and the U.S. Department of Labor … Read more
NLRB Revisits the Definition of an Independent Contractor
By Nelson D. Cary Employees are permitted to join unions. Independent contractors are not. Thus, whether a particular working relationship involves an … Read more
Yes, You Really Do Need to Screen Temporary Holiday Employees
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away, and that means Black Friday, shopping online, and holiday music overload as we get ready for the big gift-giving … Read more
Go After the High Margin Business
Dear Barb, We are a light industrial staffing firm and have been in business for 10 years. Two years ago, I heard you suggest that we consider business … Read more