On November 3, 2020, California voters passed ballot initiative Proposition 22, the so-called California gig worker law, which, effective January 1, 2021, will exempt app-based Read more....
Paid Family and Medical Leave: What do businesses need to know?
Paid Family and Medical Leave in Washington State Washington State adopted the Paid Family and Medical Leave program in 2019. This law, in short, created a system where qualifi Read more....
Businesses asking to “follow us on…” blurs the lines of social media and business assets
Many of us know that we should keep our private lives relatively separate from our work lives. However, this isn’t just a recommendation. It may very well serve as a precauti Read more....
Effective Date 2012: Local and Federal Legislation Changes and Extensions
With the New Year in full swing, it’s a good time to consider new laws that will take effect in 2012 (and to be reminded of some that remain in effect). Effect of Washington Read more....
Restricted Stock and IRS Section 83(b) Election
Making a § 83(b) election for restricted stock can be a complex decision due to the inherent risks involved. It is best to get the advice of legal and tax counsel before makin Read more....
Reclassifying an Independent Contractor into an Employee
As we all know well, Independent contractors (ICs) must pay their own state and federal income taxes, and with employees an employer has to collect federal taxes and pay part o Read more....
Is the person working for you really a disguised Employee?
Hiring Independent Contractors are a great way to get the additional help you need without having to worry about withholding taxes. Its also a good way to find out if the perso Read more....