Instructor :
Mark Schwartz

Webinar ID:
17673

Misclassifying workers is one of the costliest mistakes in personnel management. With the rising cost of employing workers, an audit of those you’ve classified as 1099 independent contractors can result in an expensive payroll tax assessment—one that could lead to bankruptcy.

While the IRS has remained consistent in its evaluation of working relationships, many states are increasingly requiring more workers to be put on payroll.

So, what makes an independent contractor?

• • The key lies in independence. A worker must be economically independent from your business.
  • Factors such as pay, control over tools and equipment, work hours, and the manner of performing services are crucial. Who holds this control?
  • The nature of the contract is also critical. Does the worker bear a risk of loss? Who is responsible for the expenses?
  • Does the worker show clear signs of being in business for themselves?

The more an independent contractor agreement resembles an employment agreement, the higher the likelihood of misclassification.

“In January 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued its Final Rule on this matter, replacing both the IRS’ common law 3-factor test and many states’ ABC test.”

This new test focuses on economic reliance and visible signs of independent business activity, along with other criteria that either support independence or indicate employee status.

During this 75-minute webinar, we’ll cover the Final Rule in detail, helping you evaluate your independent contractors and ensuring you can effectively defend your classification decisions in the face of auditors, reviewers, or courts.

Join Mark, an ex-auditor, as he guides you through this important topic. Whether you’re in hiring, payroll, or accounts payable, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to confidently navigate worker classifications and avoid costly missteps.

Enroll Now!

Misclassifying workers is one of the costliest mistakes in personnel management. With the rising cost of employing workers, an audit of those you’ve classified as 1099 independent contractors can result in an expensive payroll tax assessment—one that could lead to bankruptcy.

While the IRS has remained consistent in its evaluation of working relationships, many states are increasingly requiring more workers to be put on payroll.

So, what makes an independent contractor?

• • The key lies in independence. A worker must be economically independent from your business.
  • Factors such as pay, control over tools and equipment, work hours, and the manner of performing services are crucial. Who holds this control?
  • The nature of the contract is also critical. Does the worker bear a risk of loss? Who is responsible for the expenses?
  • Does the worker show clear signs of being in business for themselves?

The more an independent contractor agreement resembles an employment agreement, the higher the likelihood of misclassification.

“In January 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued its Final Rule on this matter, replacing both the IRS’ common law 3-factor test and many states’ ABC test.”

This new test focuses on economic reliance and visible signs of independent business activity, along with other criteria that either support independence or indicate employee status.

During this 75-minute webinar, we’ll cover the Final Rule in detail, helping you evaluate your independent contractors and ensuring you can effectively defend your classification decisions in the face of auditors, reviewers, or courts.

Join Mark, an ex-auditor, as he guides you through this important topic. Whether you’re in hiring, payroll, or accounts payable, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to confidently navigate worker classifications and avoid costly missteps.

Enroll Now!

In today’s rapidly changing regulatory environment, misclassifying workers is no longer just a costly mistake—it’s a business risk that could lead to crippling penalties, audits, and even legal battles.

The stakes are high, and every hiring manager, HR professional, and payroll specialist needs to be armed with the latest knowledge to protect their organization.

By attending this webinar, you’ll gain the skills and insights needed to tackle one of the most complex challenges in workforce management: worker classification. Here’s how this training will help you solve real-world problems in your role:

• • Stay ahead of regulatory changes: With states enforcing stricter rules and the IRS closely monitoring classifications, this webinar will teach you how to navigate differing federal and state laws and ensure your business is compliant.
  • Avoid costly missteps: Learn how to properly categorize workers as independent contractors or employees. This knowledge is crucial for minimizing risk and saving your company from fines that can run into the millions.
  • Build a strong defense against audits: Gain the confidence to effectively argue your worker classifications if challenged by auditors or regulators. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of how to justify your decisions, backed by the latest legal standards.
  • Master documentation: Knowing how to document your decision-making process is critical. You’ll learn exactly what to document to support your classifications and ensure you have a bulletproof defense.
  • Empower your team: By training your hiring, HR, and payroll departments, you’ll create a workforce that understands how to identify the right worker classifications, helping to avoid confusion and boosting compliance across your organization.
  • Safeguard your business from penalties: Misclassification penalties can devastate a business. Learn how to proactively protect your company by identifying potential issues before they arise.

In just 75 minutes, you’ll walk away with the tools to confidently classify workers, reduce your exposure to risk, and ensure your business remains on the right side of the law.

This knowledge is not just helpful—it’s vital for anyone involved in hiring and managing workers in 2024 and beyond.

Join Now!

In today’s rapidly changing regulatory environment, misclassifying workers is no longer just a costly mistake—it’s a business risk that could lead to crippling penalties, audits, and even legal battles.

The stakes are high, and every hiring manager, HR professional, and payroll specialist needs to be armed with the latest knowledge to protect their organization.

By attending this webinar, you’ll gain the skills and insights needed to tackle one of the most complex challenges in workforce management: worker classification. Here’s how this training will help you solve real-world problems in your role:

• • Stay ahead of regulatory changes: With states enforcing stricter rules and the IRS closely monitoring classifications, this webinar will teach you how to navigate differing federal and state laws and ensure your business is compliant.
  • Avoid costly missteps: Learn how to properly categorize workers as independent contractors or employees. This knowledge is crucial for minimizing risk and saving your company from fines that can run into the millions.
  • Build a strong defense against audits: Gain the confidence to effectively argue your worker classifications if challenged by auditors or regulators. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of how to justify your decisions, backed by the latest legal standards.
  • Master documentation: Knowing how to document your decision-making process is critical. You’ll learn exactly what to document to support your classifications and ensure you have a bulletproof defense.
  • Empower your team: By training your hiring, HR, and payroll departments, you’ll create a workforce that understands how to identify the right worker classifications, helping to avoid confusion and boosting compliance across your organization.
  • Safeguard your business from penalties: Misclassification penalties can devastate a business. Learn how to proactively protect your company by identifying potential issues before they arise.

In just 75 minutes, you’ll walk away with the tools to confidently classify workers, reduce your exposure to risk, and ensure your business remains on the right side of the law.

This knowledge is not just helpful—it’s vital for anyone involved in hiring and managing workers in 2024 and beyond.

Join Now!

• • Misclassification Facts – IRS Estimates of Lost Revenue
  • Who Cares? – Agencies That Audit for Misclassification and Why It Matters
  • The DOL’s Final Rule – Understanding Its Impact
  • IRS 3-Part Test – The Minimum Standard for Federal and State Compliance
  • IRS Publication 1779 – Guidelines for Worker Classification
  • State Determinations – How Classification Rules Are Narrowing Year by Year
  • Exposure – Assessing Your Vulnerability to Audits
  • Procedures for Ensuring Proper Classification – Tightening Your Company’s Processes
  • Ancillary Issues – Key Considerations Beyond Classification
  • Electronic Filing and TIN Matching – Ensuring Compliance
  • Backup Withholding – What You Need to Know
  • Current Cases – Real-World Examples and Lessons

BONUS:

1. 1. PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
   2. Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
   3. Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email.

• • Misclassification Facts – IRS Estimates of Lost Revenue
  • Who Cares? – Agencies That Audit for Misclassification and Why It Matters
  • The DOL’s Final Rule – Understanding Its Impact
  • IRS 3-Part Test – The Minimum Standard for Federal and State Compliance
  • IRS Publication 1779 – Guidelines for Worker Classification
  • State Determinations – How Classification Rules Are Narrowing Year by Year
  • Exposure – Assessing Your Vulnerability to Audits
  • Procedures for Ensuring Proper Classification – Tightening Your Company’s Processes
  • Ancillary Issues – Key Considerations Beyond Classification
  • Electronic Filing and TIN Matching – Ensuring Compliance
  • Backup Withholding – What You Need to Know
  • Current Cases – Real-World Examples and Lessons

BONUS:

1. 1. PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
   2. Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
   3. Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email.

Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!

• • HR Manager
  • Payroll Manager
  • Hiring Manager
  • Compliance Officer
  • Finance Manager
  • Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Legal Counsel
  • Tax Manager
  • Business Owner/Entrepreneur

Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!

• • HR Manager
  • Payroll Manager
  • Hiring Manager
  • Compliance Officer
  • Finance Manager
  • Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Legal Counsel
  • Tax Manager
  • Business Owner/Entrepreneur