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4 Strategies to Reduce Misclassification Risk

By MBO Partners

Reducing misclassification risk is an important consideration as more enterprises today incorporate independent talent into their overall workforce strategy. Independents have a lot to offer, and with the right engagement program, they can help an organization thrive. Here are four important strategies to keep in mind if you are considering making independent talent part of…

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Recruiting Contractors vs Employees: What’s the Difference?

By MBO Partners

Independent contractors and employees are two very different pools of talent and there are big differences when it comes to recruiting each type of talent. In order to successfully attract, retain, and re-engage independent workers, it’s important to focus on building a recruiting strategy that is specifically designed to meet the needs of these workers….

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5 Ways to Lower Worker Misclassification Audit Risk

By MBO Partners

Independent contractor misclassification can be an expensive mistake—here’s what you need to know to avoid it.

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Calculate Your Worker Misclassification Risk

By MBO Partners

Independent Contractor Risk Assessment is Important Independent contractor misclassification is an important concept to grasp when engaging contingent workers. While most businesses understand that the threat of reclassification is real and growing, quantifying such risk is still difficult for many enterprises. This isn’t surprising. IC reclassification penalties are highly variable and may rise and fall…

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Independent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News June 2024

By MBO Partners

In June, the law firm of Cohen Milstein announced that 15,750 Amazon Flex drivers in California, Illinois, and Massachusetts had filed claims for arbitration alleging that they had been misclassified as independent contractors. The practice of filing a large number of arbitration claims has developed in recent years in response to arbitration agreements that companies use to prevent class action lawsuits.

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Should I Hire a 1099 Contractor or W2 Employee? 6 Questions to Ask

By MBO Partners

By engaging independent contractors, organizations can realize many benefits—from significant financial savings and staffing flexibility, to access to specialized skills and expertise. Independent talent can be a great way to test out new services, lay the foundation for a new business unit, or implement a new technology system. But in order to avoid risk, ensure…

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8 Worker Misclassification Tips to Set Your Enterprise Up for Success

By MBO Partners

Worker classification is an important part of managing a blended workforce composed of full-time and independent contractor talent. Misclassifying workers can be a legal headache and an expensive problem, so following proper laws, policies, and regulations is a must.  Worker classification may sound complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Today, there are many ways…

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Independent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News May 2024

By Nathan Gibson

Companies who engage with independent contractors are well-advised to be aware of the various state laws governing the classification of workers in the states in which the independent contractors will work.

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Independent Contractor Classification: How to Stay Compliant

By MBO Partners

Worker misclassification is a serious issue. While misclassification is not always intentional, it can be challenging to correctly abide by the many tests, laws, and guidelines that govern how workers are classified. Many enterprises are focused on maintaining current policies and practices to ensure compliance when engaging independent professionals. Why is Worker Misclassification a Big…

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Top 5 Employee Misclassification Penalties to Avoid

By MBO Partners

Worker misclassification can result in fines, penalties, lawsuits, and reputation damage. Here’s what you need to know about misclassification and compliance.

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