New York becomes latest state to pass IC protection laws
The Empire State joins Illinois in legislating protections for independent contractors, following in the footsteps of several large US cities.
Australia passes landmark ‘same job, same pay’ regulation
Program managers must grasp complex legislation before contracting with contingent workers.
Need to know: New European ESG reporting standards
As the topic draws attention from governments, investors and consumers, large companies should take note of new regulations.
Platform workers’ rights: What are the risk for employers and their staffing providers?
As the European Union nears a final directive on platform workers’ rights, here's how contingent workforce programs might be affected.
Data transfers: A multinational look at protecting worker data
A quick recap of some issues involved in transferring your contingent workers’ personal data between countries.
UK co-employment conundrum: Can a taxi driver have 2 employers?
Co-employment is a recognized risk in the US, but a UK court rejected a taxi driver's claim. The ruling may ease fears held by clients of UK temporary work agencies.
Protecting temporary workers: A trend to watch closely
Legislators in several states are pushing rules to safeguard contingent workers, and more are likely to follow. What developments your program should keep an eye on.
Countries double down on noncompete scrutiny
The US and UK have set their sights on contracts limiting workers’ movement when employment ends. Be sure to review your agreement language.
The risks of using a global EOR
Organizations engaging talent internationally may benefit from the employer of record model, but its use can bring all manner of legal and administrative complications.
Equal treatment for temps: Lessons from across the pond
Existing policies in Europe provide a glimpse of what lies ahead for New Jersey employers following the passage of the state’s “Temp Worker Bill of Rights” legislation.
