Archive for October 2020
Independent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News: October, 2020
As the independent workforce continues to grow, so do the issues of worker compliance and misclassification. It is important for enterprises to remain informed about the latest laws, regulations, and developments surrounding these topics. Each month, we’ll bring you the latest news stories from around the web. 1. United States Department of Labor Proceeds with…
Read MoreSupporting Digital Nomads In Your Business Is Good For The Bottom Line
MBO’s digital nomads report is cited in a recent Forbes article.
Read MoreThey’re digital nomads. They’re people of color. Here’s how they make it work
Digital nomads are often a diverse group, which includes new challenges to overcome. Some independents are thriving in this new environment.
Read MoreWhen You Can’t Work From Barcelona, Boulder Might Do
Pandemic digital nomad jobs are rising in work-from-home era. MBO’s digital nomads report is referenced.
Read MoreDurham crowd-sourcing startup acquired by Virginia firm, MBO Partners
The startup’s “innovation platform” allows companies to crowdsource ideas and insights by posting online “challenges.”
Read MoreWhat California’s AB2257 Means for Independent Contractors
California recently enacted AB2257, a statute to amend AB5, a law that was effective January 1, 2020 and made the ABC test the principal test for determining if a worker in California was an employee or independent contractor. The ABC test requires a business/hiring entity that wants to engage with a person who is an…
Read More