Business News
California Wins Injunction Against Uber and Lyft, Classifying Drivers as Contractors
The state is suing to make them comply with AB5.
Contract Workers
Building a Business
5 Things to Have in Place Before Hiring Freelancers
Businesses need to do a little prep work for the relationship to succeed.
Business News
Is the Gig Economy Sustainable?
Working projects gives you flexibility but there are some harsh realities to long-term gigging.
By Phil La Duke
Building a Business
Seeing Through the On-Demand Smoke Screen
The on-demand economy is not a fad, it is simply the continuing evolution of our workforce.
By Alex Chriss
Human Resources
This Is How Instacart Is Reclassifying Contract Workers as Part-Time Employees
The on-demand grocery delivery company expects three-fourths of eligible workers to make the transition.
By Laura Entis
Building a Business
Uber, Lyft Rebuffed in Bids to Deem Drivers Independent Contractors
The popular ride-hailing apps failed to persuade separate U.S. judges to rule that their drivers are independent contractors instead of employees.
By Reuters
Business Legal
Uber, Lyft Face Crucial Courtroom Test Over Driver Benefits
Are their drivers independent contractors or employees?
By Reuters
Building a Business
Small Business Is Using More Contractors
Like larger corporations, many small businesses are using outside help rather than hiring new employees.
By Scott Shane
Building a Business
Tax Time: 1099s for Contractor Wages Made Easy
New IRS-approved web filing options make filing 1099 forms a breeze.