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U.S. Department of Labor Issues Final Rule on Worker Classification

The rule clarifies differences between employees and contractors, establishing who is entitled to benefits – including workers’ comp.

If enacted, this bill would create an exemption where gig workers do not receive employee benefits.

Legislation could potentially reclassify gig workers as employees entitled to workers’ comp.

While many states are making decisions regarding gig workers, federal action could soon change things.

The Department of Labor issued a new rule while special interest groups push for regulatory change.

What will 2020 hold for marijuana acceptance, employee misclassification, formularies, and AI?

Shortly after California made strides on employee classification for gig economy jobs, New Jersey and New York have taken action.

This reclassification will entitle millions of workers to benefits previously withheld, including workers’ comp.

In 2003, gig workers made up less than 5% of the workforce. Today, estimates vary between 8% and 40%, raising questions for comp.