How Can You Tell Whether a Worker is an Employee or an Independent Contractor?

The distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is a little-understood area of the law for employers and employees alike.  But, it is essential to determine in which category a worker fits in order to make sure that the worker is paid correctly and also to make sure that the applicable tax laws are […]

U.S. Department Of Labor Adopts New Wage & Hour Rules Applicable To Interns

Students looking to explore a career interest or to gain experience have long been willing to provide their services as unpaid interns in situations in which the students either cannot locate a paid position or are able to make financial ends meet while working in an unpaid position. In recent years, prospective employers have begun […]