The Department of Labor published a final rule in January 2021 drawing the line between employees and contractors. Four months later the organization repealed the rule. The now-defunct rule adopted the “economic reality” test which evaluated five factors to determine whether a worker was a contractor or employee. Prior to the publication of the final rule, federal courts across the country created their own tests to determine into which category a worker fell. With the withdrawal of the rule, employers are advised to seek legal guidance and follow the case law in their individual jurisdiction. If you have questions about whether or not your workers classify as employees or contractors, the attorneys at Webb Sanders & Williams are here to help. Read more: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/dol-rescinds-trump-era-rule-regarding-7084471/