DOL issues final joint-employer rule
The US Department of Labor announced its final rule to update the regulations interpreting joint employer status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA.
California AB 5: Constitutionality challenged; Uber changing app, Wonolo exiting state
Now in effect, Uber and Postmates are challenging California AB 5’s constitutionality. Separately, Uber is changing its app to build its case that drivers are independent contractors, and Wonolo is looking to exit the state.
Former CIO, staffing buyer gets prison for contract scheme
A former chief information officer was sentenced to two years in prison for demanding bribes that amounted to nearly $1 million in exchange for help setting up staffing contracts, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey reported.
Uber loses London license over fake driver identities
Uber’s license to operate in London will not be renewed, Transport for London announced, saying safety concerns still surround the ride-hailing company despite its efforts to improve operations.
Buyers liable for $1.6 million in subcontractors’ wage violations in California
Trader Joe’s and Grocery Outlet may be on the hook for $825,813 each for their subcontractor’s failure to pay proper wages.
Petition denied: Trump’s work visa crackdown continues
As H-1B visa rejections skyrocket, contingent workforce managers will have to work with legal counsel to navigate the environment or, possibly, find varied sources of US workers.
Fiera Foods announces probe following temp worker’s death
Facing outcry from labor groups, Fiera Foods hires former Ontario attorney general to conduct a review of its health and safety practices.
Uber launches staffing app
Uber Technologies Inc. is entering the more traditional contingent workforce staffing market with the rollout of its Uber Works industrial staffing app in Chicago.
Potential IC legislation has flaws, may not benefit workers
A US House subcommittee heard testimony from attorneys and others on independent contractor classification, the fallacy of flexibility and the effects of proposed legislation on law-abiding employers.
Temp workers’ death leads to calls for action against buyer
A union and government officials call for action against a buyer after fifth temp worker fatality; other enterprises need to proactively address contingent workers safety issues.
