Now that New Jersey employers are getting back on track, more people are returning to work and a new US Secretary of Labor is place, the likelihood of a DOL audit for compliance with wage and hour laws is imminent. What’s more, Governor Murphy clearly has charged the NJDOL with identifying and penalizing businesses who misclassify employees as contractors.
DESIGNED FOR
Any tax practitioner advising clients on classifying employees
BENEFITS
Review common wage and hour risks businesses face and help answer frequently asked questions.
HIGHLIGHTS
- What are the top 5 wage and hour risks that businesses face?
- Why DOL investigations are expected to increase?
- What to do if your client gets notice of a DOL investigation?
- How to handle a DOL audit.
- What are the differences between the IRS, federal and NJ tests for independent contractor status?
- What are the penalties for misclassification and how can businesses avoid them?
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ADVANCE PREPARATION
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