11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
(213) 538-0765
This program has been submitted to HR Certification Institute for review
Description:
The United States Department of Labor and its Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) have renewed the focus on the misclassification of employees as Independent Contractors. The State of California has also recently increased its regulatory oversight in this area. The consequences for improperly classifying employees as independent contractors can be costly, resulting in back taxes, as well as minimum wage, overtime, and benefits violations. There has also been a spike in class action lawsuits in this area affecting major corporations. Hospitals should take proactive steps to reduce their liability and avoid the mistake of improperly classifying their employees.
Learning Objectives:
* Learn what factors federal and state regulatory agencies and the courts consider when deciding whether someone is an independent contactor.
* Understand the federal and state tax ramifications and/or penalties of misclassifying an independent contractor.
* Learn about proposed legislation.
* Discuss what employers must do to be in compliance.
