The old adage is right on – prepare for the worst and hope for the best. In this case, my spring cleaning tip #3 is to review your policies, practices and records as if the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) were to investigate your business practices tomorrow. A few issues I’ve dealt with (a lot)
Department of Labor Provides Another New Website for Employees…or Independent Contractors
The United States Department of Labor has added yet another website, this time providing a framework for individuals to research whether they are properly classified as an “independent contractor” or an “employee”. This new site provides information about pay and misclassification; health and safety concerns on the job; unemployment insurance and misclassification; anti-retaliation/anti-discrimination rights;
City of Minneapolis Considering Significant Prevailing Wage Ordinance Changes
On January 15, 2016, the Minneapolis City Council first introduced proposed revisions to the Minneapolis Prevailing Wage Ordinance. The initial draft was revised on April 13, 2016, and on May 27, 2016, the City Council referred the proposed ordinance to the Ways and Means Committee. So, what’s in store for Minnesota public works contractors? Not