As an employer, you’re constantly looking for ways to diversify the talent you have working for you -- but that’s not always easy on a limited budget. Hiring an independent contractor on an as-needed basis can help. You need to tread carefully, however, to make sure...
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Misclassification of employees: A common problem
Employees are sometimes misclassified. Misclassification can cause some problems, but it tends to go unnoticed. The real question is how businesses can make such a significant mistake. Why do they misclassify employees, and what happens if they do? Employers commonly...
Are you classifying your employees correctly?
It is a major labor offense to misclassify your employees, but the good news is that you can negotiate to reduce any fines or penalties that could be assessed. You may also be able to take steps to keep your workers classified as you intended, which can help your...
Independent Contractors – The 1099 Myth
There is a myth about IRS Form 1099. It is a creation myth of sorts that fools otherwise honest, hardworking business people into believing that they have no employees. The myth is that if you pay a worker without withholding employment taxes and report payments with...
