Under wraps
A labor employment attorney discusses confidentiality agreements for staffing professionals as remote work puts intellectual property at greater risk. Read about it in Staffing Industry Review magazine.
Game Changers: Nominations deadline extended
The nomination deadline for SIA's CW Program Game Changers list has been extended through June 30. The list recognizes contingent workforce management professionals who are at the forefront of the changing world of work. Send in your suggestions now.
No CWS 3.0 next week
Your next issue of Contingent Workforce Strategies 3.0 will be delivered June 9.
DE&I Influencers announced
SIA released its list of individuals who stand out by their actions and commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and communities.
Contingent Workforce Program Game Changers: Nominate your superstars
SIA is now accepting nominations to recognize these individuals on our fourth annual CW Program Game Changers list.
California courts rebuff attempts to push arbitration when PAGA involved
A California law allowing individuals to sue on behalf of the state is thwarting companies’ efforts to force misclassification claims into arbitration, Bloomberg Tax reported.
DE&I within the ecosystem: Reasons to hope
While data continues to be disappointing about diversity in the ecosystem, a glimpse into SIA's inaugural DE&I Influencers list gives rise to hope that a diverse, equitable and inclusive future is on the horizon — where everyone feels they belong. Read about it in the Staffing Stream.
Benchmarks: Temp workers have little interest in talent platforms
The use of freelance platforms by staffing firms’ temps dropped in 2020, with the majority of survey respondents not knowing about or not using business-related platforms.
IR35: Next steps in your journey
With IR35 now in effect for the private sector in the UK, businesses are responsible for determining the tax status of their contractors and ensuring compliance. A blog post in the Staffing Stream discusses the next steps for CW program.
Misclassification roundup: Firm owes back wages; Alabama harmonizes tests
A Tennessee-based provider of at-home healthcare services is paying $358,675 in back wages to misclassified workers; A new Alabama law requires the use of the IRS 20-factor test and establishes safe harbor for employers.
