Use Independent Contractors? There’s a New Rule Companies Must Follow
Are you using owner operators or independent contractors (IC)? If so, there’s a new Department of Labor rule regarding the classification of employees that may have a substantial impact on your current operations.
The rule institutes a new six-factor economic reality test to determine whether a worker is classified as an independent contractor or employee. Under the new test, the worker is not likely to be an independent contractor if the worker is economically dependent on an employer for work.
How we can help
CLA recently released a new article detailing the new rule and what actions companies should take now in response. Reach out to your CLA team or our human resources consultants for assistance.
Andy is a CPA and trusted advisor with 15 years of experience providing tax, accounting, assurance, and consulting services to transportation industry owners and operators. He is a tax principal with CLA in the Minneapolis, MN office. He also consults with high net worth individuals and owners of closely-held transportation businesses on all aspects of tax planning, estate planning, and retirement planning. Andy is also the tax leader for transportation industry across CLA.