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Minnesota Appeals Court Clarifies Distinction Between Independent Contractor and Employee.
On July 20, 2010, the Minnesota Court of Appeals issued a decision that clarifies the standard for determining whether certain workers are properly classified as employees or independent contractors. While the Court analyzed this issue under Minnesota law, the factors are generally the same in most states and also under federal law, and courts, agencies, and plaintiffs' lawyers across the country are scrutinizing the issue of contractor vs. employee more than ever before, so the case provides valuable guidance for all employers.
Election Day Is Upon Us: Do You Know the Rules for Employee Time Off to Vote?
It is the morning of the election, and one of your employees has just arrived to work two hours late. The employee tells you that she was late because she was voting.
Minneapolis Passes New Living Wage Ordinance.
Companies receiving contract or subsidy payments from the City of Minneapolis may need to pay a minimum wage of no less than $12.09 (or higher) per hour for all non-exempt employees beginning January 1, 2007.
Minnesota Employers May Pay Wages Using Payroll Card Accounts.
Minnesota law now allows employers to pay employee wages via payroll card accounts. Employers are not required to use payroll card accounts, however, even if requested by employees.
