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The Top Five Things People “LOVE” About Lawyers
Jun 10, 2024 | Phillip J. AddisThis article is my satirical view on the love/hate relationship the world has with lawyers! Please remember this is all good fun. Read More About The Top Five Things People “LOVE” About Lawyers -
The Independent Contractor Waltz
Apr 16, 2024 | Phillip J. AddisThe article explores the complexities of the modern workplace, where distinguishing between employees and independent contractors is challenging, especially with the rise of the gig economy, leading to legal and regulatory scrutiny, and advises businesses on how to navigate this issue effectively. Read More About The Independent Contractor Waltz -
Today DeWitt LLP announced Rachel M. Dahl joined the firm’s Minneapolis office as a Partner. Read More About Business and Estate Planning Attorney Rachel M. Dahl Joins DeWitt LLP
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Does Your Company Need a Love Contract?
Mar 29, 2024 | Phillip J. AddisAccording to Forbes, 60 percent of adults have had a workplace romance and 40 percent of these relationships involve cheating on an existing partner, according to a recent Forbes Workplace Romance Statistics survey. Read More About Does Your Company Need a Love Contract? -
The U.S. Department of Labor's new rule, effective March 11, 2024, redefines "independent contractor" under the Fair Labor Standards Act with a six-factor test focusing on economic realities. Not adopting the "ABC" test, it aims to combat employee misclassification, impacting overtime payment eligibility. The gig economy faces increased liability, and legal challenges are expected, prompting employers to carefully review worker classifications. Read More About U.S. Department of Labor Announces Final Rule on Classifying Workers as Employees or Independent Contractors Under the Fair Labor Standards Act