In another 5-star review, Robert M. expands on these sentiments, “I highly recommend Tempus Fugit Law to other small business owners out there that need help in regard to employment-related guidance. Gil is extremely knowledgeable about the law and requirements of business owners in MA and was able to provide me with the proper guidance and support to make the best decision for my organization. I can’t say enough about Gil and Tempus Fugit Law.”

The nature of your relationship with the individuals working for you will impact how they will be categorized and their occupational rights. We recognize that every employee-employer partnership is unique. However, we offer our clients some basic criteria to resolve their inquiry of how to know if my business is misclassifying 1099 workers in Massachusetts. Do you decide how and when work is performed? Is the work that is being performed part to your usual course of business? Is the task that you hired an individual to perform unrelated to any established business that they own? A ‘yes’ answer to any of these questions could indicate that your hired help is an employee rather than a 1099 worker.

Learning how to know if my business is misclassifying 1099 workers in Massachusetts is usually just the first step in sorting out a company’s employment structure. At Tempus Fugit law, we take a truly full-service approach to business law issues surrounding employment. Our process begins with careful examination of and consultation regarding the specific details that make up your case. Using this information, we can develop and deploy a legal strategy that addresses challenges head on and directly reflects your goals. Our experienced attorneys are fully prepared to defend your interests through litigation in courts across the Commonwealth. We can also take preemptive actions like alternative dispute resolution (ADR), settlement and more when advantageous.