When choosing between being an employee or an independent contractor, long-term stability is a major factor to consider. Both work arrangements come with their benefits and risks, but the level of ...

Are people who work with your business “independent contractors” or “employees?” The answer can be like the Florida weather: if you don’t like it, wait five minutes — or its business equivalent.

Question: I have an employee that wants to convert to being paid as an independent contractor. I understand I can save money on payroll taxes and employee benefits if I agree to the change. Even ...

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Andrew M. Gordon, left, and Lauren Swanson, right, of Hinshaw & Culbertson. Courtesy photos Florida employers should familiarize themselves with the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) recently published ...

Businesses face heightened fines in 2025 as the IRS steps up enforcement on worker classification errors IRVINE, CA / ACCESS Newswire / September 29, 2025 / The IRS is increasing penalties for ...

In a recent development, the U.S. Department of Labor confirmed it will stop enforcing the Biden-era rule on independent contractor classification. This reversal represents a meaningful victory for ...

Independent contractors have more tax leg work to do than salaried workers who receive pay from just one source. It is paramount you keep accurate records of your pay and expenses so you don’t run ...

The trucking industry has strong opinions about regulators’ independent contractor classification rules. But how important are these rules? The classification concerns a regulation that has little ...