Articles Tagged with ''independent contractor''

In this Legal Insights episode, Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese shares why the new independent contractor rule will impact the roofing industry, some important dates to know and what contractors can do now to prepare.

In this Legal Insights, Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese discuss how certain overseas products used in place of approved materials are leading to an increase in defect claims.

The Department of Labor is holding two public forums regarding rulemaking on independent contractor verses employee status.

A reinstated rule could affect how roofing contractors categorize subcontractors, says Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese.

Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, discusses a U.S. District Court ruling that reinstates an independent contractor rule affecting independent contractors.

The Department of Labor states the rule was in tension with the FLSA’s text and purpose, as well as relevant judicial precedent.

In 2020, the roofing industry joined the nation in facing multiple challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, these challenges also ushered in new opportunities.

The rules includes clarifications on the "economic reality" test, two "core factors" and other factors needed to determine if workers are employees or independent contractors.

Though the proposed rule change was made with large, multinational companies in mind, the impact will be wide and sweeping.