Hard road ahead for Seattle’s Uber-Lyft driver union law
May 16, 2018 8:18 amSeattle’s ordinance allowing drivers-for-hire to collectively bargain is in jeopardy after an appeals court ruled it isn’t exempted from federal antitrust law, Bloomberg reports.
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Lured by direct sourcing? Pay attention to the risks of going it alone
May 9, 2018 8:01 amMany companies are looking to establish their own internal talent pools of contingent staff. However, foregoing the services of a staffing agency can be risky. Here’s how.
12 states file joint brief in NLRB misclassification case
May 9, 2018 8:01 amThe NLRB will decide whether intentional misclassification of employees as independent contractors violates the National Labor Relations Act. Twelve state Attorneys General, business groups file opposing briefs.
‘Exclusive Remedy’ protections confirmed by court, restored by state
May 9, 2018 8:01 amStaffing client immune from further injury claims in workers’ comp case; paying comp premiums shields both staffing firm, client from negligence claims.
Benchmarks: Employment figures portend possible cost increases
May 9, 2018 8:01 amWith employment numbers rising, companies should be prepared for wages to climb — as well as their staffing bills.