HR Hero Audio Conference on CD
Independent Contractor Myths: Misclassification Could Cost Employers Millions
Presented by John B. Phillps, Jr.
October 17, 2006

Employer beware! It seems like a great way to control labor costs. But just calling someone an independent contractor won't cut it. Even a signed and sealed written agreement outlining the arrangement may not be enough.

Whether someone is a contractor or an employee isn’t always clear, and this puts you and your company at substantial risk -- misclassified employees can cost your operation huge sums for for unpaid taxes, overtime, benefits and and penalties.

To make sure you properly classify every employee and contractor, participate in the new audio conference, Independent Contractor Myths: Misclassification Could Cost Employers Millions.

When you do, you'll learn how to separate fact from fiction when it comes to:

• What makes someone an independent contractor, statutory employee, statutory nonemployee, or common-law employee?
• How does the IRS make a clasification determination?
• What are the consequences of improperly treating an employee as a contractor?
• When is it appropriate, and when inappropriate, to use a contractor? We'll debunk the myths.
• How can a written contract come back to burn you?
• How should you distinguish between temporary employees and independent contractors?
• And much more!

Employers nationwide must beware - the I.R.S. believes too many employees are misclassified as contractors to save on taxes. They're stepping up enforcement efforts and casting a very wary eye on all kinds of contractor arragements. Don't wind up being the target of an audit or investigation. Regisiter today for this satisfaction-guaranteed event.

Because Independent Contractor Myths: Misclassification Could Cost Employers Millions is an audio seminar on CD you enjoy:

• Fast, convenient learning without any out-of-office time lost.
• No travel-related expenses or complications.
• The perfect way to train as many employees as you like.

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How does an Audio Conference on CD work?

An HR Hero Audio Conference on CD is a previously-recorded seminar that you listen to on your computer, auto, or home CD player. With each event focusing on one area of employment law, you can quickly catch up on the latest developments in employment law and HR issues, as your schedule permits.

Quick: Depending on the topic, HR Hero Audio Conferences normally range from an hour to 90 minutes, and we'll stay right on schedule.

Convenient: Listen at your own convenience, and share the CD with others in your department.

Expert: The HR Hero Audio Conference presenters are nationally known employment attorneys or HR experts. They quickly and concisely explain what you really need to know about the topic.

Independent Contractor Myths: Misclassification Could Cost Employers Millions is $197.

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