Labor department guidance on independent contractors raises concerns among employers

Judy Greenwald Business Insurance - An increasing number of workplaces are misclassifying employees as independent contractors, says the Department of Labor in guidance issued Wednesday that is generating significant concern among employer representatives. The guidance issued by DOL wage and hour administrator David Weil states some employees are being intentionally misclassified as a means to cut costs, and avoid compliance with labor laws. The guidance says employers should use the Fair Labor Standards Act’s definition of
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