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