734: Inside the DOL Proposal: Legal Implications for US Worker Classification

About this episode

This episode discusses the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed changes to worker classification and their implications for employers.

In this episode, we examine the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed changes to worker classification and their impact on employers. Listen in as we break down the updated framework for distinguishing independent contractors from employees and highlight key compliance considerations. Learn what these developments could mean for your workforce strategy and risk exposure. Host: Tara Stingley (email) (Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP) Guest Speaker: Alex Grande (email) (Ho...

People in this episode

Host: Tara Stingley

Guest: Alex Grande

Topics covered

• worker classification
• independent contractors
• employee rights
• compliance considerations
• workforce strategy

Keywords

• worker classification
• independent contractors
• employees
• compliance
• workforce strategy
• risk exposure

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: U.S. Department of Labor, Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP

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