Contractors

DOL Will Reverse Course on Biden-Era Independent Contractor Rule. What Does it Mean for Employers?
May 8, 2025
Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor announced it will stop enforcing a rule issued during the Biden Administration that was used to determine whether workers should be classified as independent contractors or employees under federal wage-and-hour law.
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DOL Pauses Enforcement of Biden-Era Independent Contractor Rule
May 5, 2025
Late last week, the Trump administration continued its roll-back of President Biden administration issued employment guidance.
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Minnesota 2024 Legislative Session Update: New Independent Contractor Test for Construction Employees and Expanded DOLI Power to Issue Stop Orders in the Construction Industry
June 27, 2024
Construction employers should be aware of the new independent contractor test for construction employees and the broadening of power for the commissioner of labor and industry to issue stop work orders on construction sites, both of which are set to be effective on March 1, 2025.
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DOL Issues New Independent Contractor Rule
March 6, 2024
The rule takes effect March 11, 2024.
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New DOL Rule to Take Effect Concerning Classification of Independent Contractors
January 22, 2024
On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor published a final rule addressing how to determine whether a worker is properly classified as an independent contractor or employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The final rule goes into effect on March 11, 2024.
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DOL Issues Final Rule Regarding David-Bacon Act
January 10, 2024
Another DOL flip-flop. And a picture of bacon. What can I say…I’m from Iowa. We like our bacon.
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How to Determine if a Worker is an Employee or Independent Contractor? Department of Labor Issues Final Rule
January 8, 2024
On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor announced its much-anticipated final rule, revising the DOL’s guidance on how to determine if a worker is an employee or an independent contractor under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Illinois Day and Temporary Labor Services Act Changes
November 6, 2023
Wage and labor changes for temporary workers in Illinois have made waves for employers since the enaction of amendments to the Day and Temporary Labor Services Act. These revisions immediately became effective upon being signed into law by Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker on August 4, 2023.
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DOL Issues Final Rule Regarding Davis-Bacon Act (Prevailing Wages) Putting More Workers Under the DBA’s Purview
September 12, 2023
After nearly 40 years, the U.S. Department of Labor has updated its regulations and issued a Final Rule for the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, effective October 23, 2023.
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Minnesota: Here’s How to Navigate the New State Paid Leave Law with the Executive Order Requiring Sick Leave for Federal Contractors
July 24, 2023
If you are a federal contractor in Minnesota, not only do you need to be sure you are in compliance with every local ordinance, but also the new State law and the federal regulation due to the Executive Order.
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Minnesota: Expanded Liability for General Contractors When Subcontractors Violate Wage and Hour Laws
June 28, 2023
On May 24, 2023, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed into law the Omnibus Jobs Bill, which carries far-reaching implications for businesses operating in Minnesota.
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U-Turn! NLRB’s “Modified” Independent Contractor Standard Favors Findings of Employee Status
June 12, 2023
In a move that surprised absolutely no one, the National Labor Relations Board has reversed course on yet another issue.
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