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Massachusetts Court Rejects Ballot Measures to Make Gig Workers Independent Contractors

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The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rejected two proposed ballot initiatives that would have kept gig workers designated as independent contractors and given them.

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Federal Bill Would Offer Some Legal Protections for Gig Workers

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House to allow businesses to continue classifying their gig workers as independent contractors, while providing the gig workers. Legislators introduced a bill in the U.S.

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Is 2023 the Year of the Contract Worker?

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But while the shaky economy is taking a toll on full-time employees, it’s offering a silver lining to gig workers and contractors. As employers seek to cut their labor costs and have the flexibility to staff up and down, demand for contingent workers is rising. The same report showed that full-time roles grew by just 6%.

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Coronavirus Fuels Debate over California’s Independent-Contractor Rule

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Coronavirus concerns have raised questions about California’s strict independent-contractor test and whether it should be amended. Although gig workers and other independent contractors have access to some federal emergency relief, they generally aren’t entitled to unemployment compensation and other benefits provided to employees.

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Freelance and Contract Workers: Why Comprehensive Background Checks are Important

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With the growing number of contract, gig and freelance workers globally, many companies are shifting to a more fluid staffing model. While this impacts talent acquisition and management, one question keeps coming up: Should companies screen temporary or contract workers? Regardless, the number of these workers continues to grow.

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Workforce Evolution: How Hiring Teams Are Managing Contingent Workers

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Call it the gig economy, pools of contractors, or a contingent workforce — the labor market is in significant flux. . alone counts more than 56 million Americans as freelance workers. Below, we explore the pros and cons that contingent workers present to hiring teams and how best to manage this important group of talent.

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Independent Contractor Status: Shifting Sands Under the FLSA 

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Independent Contractor Status: Shifting Sands Under the FLSA January 16th, 2024 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn Get ready for a change in the tide, gig economy! This new rule could have significant implications for businesses and independent workers, let’s dive into the details.