Instructor :
Bob McKenzie

Webinar ID:
16273

Are you confident your worker classifications align with the latest labor laws?

The Department of Labor (DOL) has introduced significant updates to the classification of workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These updates include a new six-factor test, effective March 2024, designed to clarify the distinction between independent contractors and employees.

Misclassification can lead to severe penalties, legal challenges, and crippling financial losses—as recent cases have demonstrated:

• • $532,000 in back wages recovered after contractor misclassification.
  • A New York hotel management company forced to pay $113,613 in back wages and damages.
  • A Virginia-based staffing agency penalized $7.2 million for wage violations.

This 90-minute training is essential for HR professionals, employers, and legal advisors to:

• • Understand the new six-factor test and its alignment with judicial precedents.
  • Learn how the economic realities test differs from past criteria.
  • Discover practical strategies to ensure accurate worker classification.
  • Avoid costly penalties and ensure compliance with the latest DOL guidelines.

Key Benefits:

• • Stay ahead of regulatory changes with expert insights.
  • Protect your organization from legal and financial risks.
  • Gain actionable strategies to implement in your workplace immediately.

Don’t let misclassification mistakes jeopardize your business. Join now to master these updates and safeguard your organization’s compliance.

Secure your spot today! Ensure your practices align with the new legal requirements and protect your bottom line.

Are you confident your worker classifications align with the latest labor laws?

The Department of Labor (DOL) has introduced significant updates to the classification of workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These updates include a new six-factor test, effective March 2024, designed to clarify the distinction between independent contractors and employees.

Misclassification can lead to severe penalties, legal challenges, and crippling financial losses—as recent cases have demonstrated:

• • $532,000 in back wages recovered after contractor misclassification.
  • A New York hotel management company forced to pay $113,613 in back wages and damages.
  • A Virginia-based staffing agency penalized $7.2 million for wage violations.

This 90-minute training is essential for HR professionals, employers, and legal advisors to:

• • Understand the new six-factor test and its alignment with judicial precedents.
  • Learn how the economic realities test differs from past criteria.
  • Discover practical strategies to ensure accurate worker classification.
  • Avoid costly penalties and ensure compliance with the latest DOL guidelines.

Key Benefits:

• • Stay ahead of regulatory changes with expert insights.
  • Protect your organization from legal and financial risks.
  • Gain actionable strategies to implement in your workplace immediately.

Don’t let misclassification mistakes jeopardize your business. Join now to master these updates and safeguard your organization’s compliance.

Secure your spot today! Ensure your practices align with the new legal requirements and protect your bottom line.

Misclassifying workers is no longer a minor oversight—it’s a critical compliance issue that can lead to severe legal and financial consequences.

With the 2024 updates to labor laws, HR professionals, employers, and legal advisors must understand the refined six-factor test issued by the Department of Labor (DOL).

This webinar provides the expert guidance you need to ensure compliance, avoid costly mistakes, and safeguard your organization. Here’s why you shouldn’t miss this essential training:

Key Benefits of Attending

• • Understand the New Six-Factor Test: Learn how the updated criteria differ from previous standards and why it’s critical to apply them correctly.
  • Avoid Common Pitfalls: Discover the top mistakes organizations make in classifying workers and how to steer clear of these errors.
  • Align Payroll Practices: Learn how classification impacts overtime, benefits, and payroll compliance to prevent penalties.
  • Prepare for Audits: Identify the key documentation you need to prove compliance with DOL regulations.
  • Update Contractor Agreements: Understand how to align your agreements with the new rules to protect your organization against legal risks.
  • Strengthen HR Processes: Gain strategies to implement ongoing monitoring and compliance checks within your HR workflows.

The Department of Labor’s updated rules significantly impact how businesses engage with independent contractors. Missteps in worker classification can result in:

• • Expensive legal battles and fines.
  • Damaged reputation and loss of trust with employees.
  • Disruption to business operations due to compliance audits.

By attending, you’ll gain the tools and knowledge to:

• • Minimize risks of misclassification and litigation.
  • Enhance your skills in interpreting and applying labor law updates.
  • Build a compliant, future-ready organization that meets current and upcoming legal standards.

Take charge of your workforce compliance today! Don’t wait for a costly mistake—stay informed, confident, and compliant.

Register now to secure your spot!

Misclassifying workers is no longer a minor oversight—it’s a critical compliance issue that can lead to severe legal and financial consequences.

With the 2024 updates to labor laws, HR professionals, employers, and legal advisors must understand the refined six-factor test issued by the Department of Labor (DOL).

This webinar provides the expert guidance you need to ensure compliance, avoid costly mistakes, and safeguard your organization. Here’s why you shouldn’t miss this essential training:

Key Benefits of Attending

• • Understand the New Six-Factor Test: Learn how the updated criteria differ from previous standards and why it’s critical to apply them correctly.
  • Avoid Common Pitfalls: Discover the top mistakes organizations make in classifying workers and how to steer clear of these errors.
  • Align Payroll Practices: Learn how classification impacts overtime, benefits, and payroll compliance to prevent penalties.
  • Prepare for Audits: Identify the key documentation you need to prove compliance with DOL regulations.
  • Update Contractor Agreements: Understand how to align your agreements with the new rules to protect your organization against legal risks.
  • Strengthen HR Processes: Gain strategies to implement ongoing monitoring and compliance checks within your HR workflows.

The Department of Labor’s updated rules significantly impact how businesses engage with independent contractors. Missteps in worker classification can result in:

• • Expensive legal battles and fines.
  • Damaged reputation and loss of trust with employees.
  • Disruption to business operations due to compliance audits.

By attending, you’ll gain the tools and knowledge to:

• • Minimize risks of misclassification and litigation.
  • Enhance your skills in interpreting and applying labor law updates.
  • Build a compliant, future-ready organization that meets current and upcoming legal standards.

Take charge of your workforce compliance today! Don’t wait for a costly mistake—stay informed, confident, and compliant.

Register now to secure your spot!

• • The New DOL Six-Factor Test: Gain a clear understanding of how to distinguish between independent contractors and employees using the updated six-factor test issued by the Department of Labor.
  • Overview of IRS Common Law Rules: Learn the key aspects of the IRS guidelines for identifying independent contractor relationships and how they intersect with the DOL’s rule.
  • Exploring the ABC Common Law Method: Delve into the ABC test to understand its role in worker classification and how it complements other legal frameworks.
  • Differences in Financial Obligations: Understand the financial implications of classification decisions, including payroll taxes, benefits, and overtime considerations.
  • Consequences of Misclassifying Employees: Explore the legal and financial impacts of misclassification, including penalties, back wages, and reputational risks.
  • Drafting Effective Independent Contractor Agreements: Learn the best practices for creating compliant agreements that minimize legal risks and align with regulatory requirements.
  • Common Pitfalls to Avoid: Identify the top missteps that could lead to legal trouble and how to proactively address these risks.
  • Action Items and Practical Steps Forward: Develop a clear action plan to ensure compliance, update policies, and monitor worker classifications effectively.

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.

• • The New DOL Six-Factor Test: Gain a clear understanding of how to distinguish between independent contractors and employees using the updated six-factor test issued by the Department of Labor.
  • Overview of IRS Common Law Rules: Learn the key aspects of the IRS guidelines for identifying independent contractor relationships and how they intersect with the DOL’s rule.
  • Exploring the ABC Common Law Method: Delve into the ABC test to understand its role in worker classification and how it complements other legal frameworks.
  • Differences in Financial Obligations: Understand the financial implications of classification decisions, including payroll taxes, benefits, and overtime considerations.
  • Consequences of Misclassifying Employees: Explore the legal and financial impacts of misclassification, including penalties, back wages, and reputational risks.
  • Drafting Effective Independent Contractor Agreements: Learn the best practices for creating compliant agreements that minimize legal risks and align with regulatory requirements.
  • Common Pitfalls to Avoid: Identify the top missteps that could lead to legal trouble and how to proactively address these risks.
  • Action Items and Practical Steps Forward: Develop a clear action plan to ensure compliance, update policies, and monitor worker classifications effectively.

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.

Maximize the Learning Experience in A Group Setting!

• • Business Owners Seeking Clarity on Worker Classification Rules
  • HR Professionals Ensuring Compliance with Evolving Labor Laws
  • Payroll Managers Avoiding Financial Risks
  • Legal Advisors Mitigating Risk for Clients
  • Team Leaders Reducing Organizational Exposure
  • Compliance Officers Avoiding Regulatory Audits
  • Contract Managers Optimizing Agreements
  • Training Heads Addressing Knowledge Gaps in Classification
  • Department Heads Avoiding Disruptions from Worker Misclassification

Maximize the Learning Experience in A Group Setting!

• • Business Owners Seeking Clarity on Worker Classification Rules
  • HR Professionals Ensuring Compliance with Evolving Labor Laws
  • Payroll Managers Avoiding Financial Risks
  • Legal Advisors Mitigating Risk for Clients
  • Team Leaders Reducing Organizational Exposure
  • Compliance Officers Avoiding Regulatory Audits
  • Contract Managers Optimizing Agreements
  • Training Heads Addressing Knowledge Gaps in Classification
  • Department Heads Avoiding Disruptions from Worker Misclassification