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Economic Reality Check: Is Your Independent Contractor an Employee in Disguise?

By Jesse Walstad, Vogel Law Firm Feb 21, 2020 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Feb 21, 2020

The traditional lines between contractors and employees are fading fast as outsourcing continues to gain popularity. The “gig” economy leads people to pursue freelance careers, working several jobs or maintaining a “side hustle.” Technological advancements allow more flexibility in where, when, and how jobs are completed, further blurring traditional distinctions between contractors and employees. Yet […]

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Gambling on independent contractor status? Stack the deck in your favor

By Michigan Employment Law Letter Aug 23, 2017 HR Hero Line

Updated: Apr 12, 2018

by Gary S. Fealk Smart businesspeople are adept at finding ways to reduce their costs. However, cutting costs associated with employment by using independent contractors is a big risk unless you take great care to make sure you aren’t misclassifying employees as independent contractors.  What’s all the fuss about? Various government agencies have been increasingly […]