Although inflation has cooled from its 2022–23 peak, it remains a defining factor at the bargaining table. Workers feel the cumulative effects of rising prices over the past several years. At the same time, employers face higher labor costs, escalating healthcare expenses, and demands for greater flexibility around where and how employees work. For employers … Read more
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If your business relies on independent contractors—whether in New York or elsewhere—you’ve likely heard that misclassification can lead to serious legal trouble. But for companies with individuals physically performing services in New York, the risks have only intensified in recent years. That’s why now is the time to perform a New York independent contractor audit … Read more
In a move few saw coming, President-elect Donald Trump announced Friday that his Secretary of Labor nominee is Republican Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon. Chavez-DeRemer is a politician with a track record of siding with both labor and business interests. Chavez-DeRemer’s nomination has sparked significant attention due to her co-sponsorship of the Protecting the Right … Read more