Understanding Employment Classification: Independent Contractor vs Employee (WEBINAR)

Are you hiring workers for your business?

Join business attorneys for this informative webinar focused on Massachusetts and federal employee classification laws and regulations. This session will provide guidance on distinguishing between independent contractors and employees, understanding employer responsibilities, and recognizing the legal protections afforded to employees.

Topics Covered:

· Independent Contractors vs. Employees: Why Classification Matters

· Massachusetts Worker Classification Law: Employer Duties and Employee Protections (minimum wage, overtime, workplace protections)

· Why Businesses Use Independent Contractors, and the Legal Implications

· The Massachusetts Three-Part Test for Independent Contractor Status

· Federal Standards: IRS and U.S. Department of Labor (FLSA) guidelines for worker classification

· Penalties for Worker Misclassification

Who Should Attend:

· Small Business Owners and Employers

· Human Resources Professionals

· Entrepreneurs and Start-up Founders

· Independent Contractors

· Business Consultants and others interested in employment law compliance

Facilitators: Velinda Peralta Bolduc, Jenny Eldred

This informative workshop is offered at no cost and is being sponsored in partnership with the North Shore Alliance for Economic Development and the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD).