gig economy

The U.S. Department of Labor is publishing a new proposal on how workers should be classified saying that thousands of people have been incorrectly labeled as contractors rather than employees, potentially curtailing access to benefits and protections they rightfully deserve. The department said Tuesday that misclassifying workers as independent contractors denies those workers protections under federal labor standards, promotes wage...

When Massachusetts voters go to the polls in November, they will be deciding on an issue that will have a big impact on drivers for companies like Uber and Lyft.

Making their pitch to an audience of somewhat skeptical lawmakers, gig economy power players fighting to make controversial changes to state labor law argued Wednesday that treating app-based drivers as employees could force them to rein in the flexible hours workers enjoy or cut jobs. Supporters and opponents of a contentious ballot question campaign amending the classification, pay and benefits…

Flexibility has risen to the top of workers’ priorities at work. Here’s why it’s expected to trend in 2022 and how businesses can further meet employee needs

Tom Brady retired for 40 days before deciding to give it a go for another season playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Other retirees could take his lead.

The pandemic caused a financial shock for many low-income workers. One guaranteed income experiment aimed to help them restore their financial security.

The Covid-19 pandemic exposed how vulnerable older workers can be to income shocks. Google and AARP are launching new digital training to help change that.

A record 4.5 million Americans quit in November, according to the Labor Dept. What to know about finances before freelancing or starting your own business.

Many investors make the mistake of too closely associating ESG with climate change. The No. 1 ESG issue for Americans is workers.

Covid-19 cases are rising to record levels. Yet this time around, help in the form of expanded unemployment or stimulus checks is no longer available.

A push to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour failed this year. Now, many states are poised to raise their own minimum pay next year.

Sen. Chuck Schumer said he supports a paid family and medical leave proposal that’s being considered. But it may face opposition from other Senate leaders.

Almost half of American families with young children have had a high risk of falling into poverty. That could have lasting effects on their children’s lives.

In October, there were 9.44 million self-employed Americans, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. What to know about finances before freelancing.