Setting the record straight on worker misclassification
By
Regan Parker
Feb 23, 2023
Over the last few months, several misinformed news stories have attacked companies that provide access to independent workers, often referred to as “1099” because of the form filed with the IRS. We’ve...
Also in the News for Thursday, Dec. 8
By
Joe Bush
Dec 08, 2022
JAMA study finds reduced negative outcomes for US nursing home residents who got first available boosters … Comment period ending soon for proposed rule that would change how contract workers are classified...
Independent contractors can be an expensive bargain
By
John O'Connor
Dec 09, 2013
It’s hardly a mystery why more long-term care facilities are putting independent contractors in place: lower costs. Operators can save almost a third on wages by avoiding payroll taxes, unemployment...
A way to empower a nursing home administrator
By
Kevin R. McMahon
Dec 08, 2009
Creating an independent contractor position gives nursing home administrators a stronger sense of ownership over their facilities.