Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Making the Distinction

Training Provided by Lorman Education Services Employee vs. Independent Contractor - Learn how to differentiate between employees and independent contractors and prevent costly mistakes. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to independent contractors. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about Illinois new Employee Classification Act. You ll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding government audits and lawsuits. Take advantage of this opportunity to make sure you stay current and stay out of trouble. You ll hear proven techniques for getting results and getting ahead. Benefits for You Grasp the key essentials of the new Employee Classification Act test Avoid the consequences of misclassification Equip yourself to handle federal tax issues relating to a worker s status Get top secret tips on how to win government audits and lawsuits Tips on how to create and strengthen independent contractor status

Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Making the Distinction 8:00 am 8:30 am Registration

8:30 am 9:30 am Independent Contractor Status A Comprehensive Overview
Jeffrey A. Risch, Esq.
The Common-Law Test
The IRS 20-Factor Test
The Notorious ABC Test
Other Tests Including the New Employee Classification Act Test

9:30 am 10:40 am Substantive Areas of Law A Comprehensive Overview
Jeffrey A. Risch, Esq.
Unemployment Compensation
Workers Compensation
Negligence and Tort Law
Labor Relations
Discrimination
Employee Benefits
Wage and Hour Concerns
Safety and Health
Federal Tax Issues
Illinois New Employee Classification Act

10:40 am 10:50 am Break

10:50 am 12:00 pm Consequences of Misclassification
Jeffrey A. Risch, Esq.
Potential Scope of Liabilities Under Applicable Laws
The Interplay of Applicable Laws (What May Help, Could Hurt?)

12:00 pm 1:00 pm Lunch (On Your Own)

1:00 pm 2:30 pm The Employee Classification Act: A Detailed Analysis
Nancy E. Joerg, Esq.
Overview of the Employee Classification Act
Businesses Covered Under the New Law
Administration, Enforcement and Penalties
Third-Party and Interested Party Lawsuits

2:30 pm 2:40 pm Break

2:40 pm 4:00 pm Tips on How to Create and Strengthen Independent Contractor Status
Nancy E. Joerg, Esq.
How to Establish the I.C. Relationship
How to Maintain the I.C. Relationship
How to Document the I.C. Relationship (The Document Checklist)
How to Document the I.C. Relationship Under the New Employee Classification Act

4:00 pm 4:30 pm Top Secret Winning Tips
Nancy E. Joerg, Esq., and Jeffrey A. Risch, Esq.
How to Win Government Audits
How to Win Lawsuits

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