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Overview
This training will provide participants with an overview of The Fair Labor Standards Act and how to mitigate the risk of employee misclassification.
Why you should Attend
Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor is a serious matter. This is a common mistake that many organizations make which could have significant legal and financial repercussions including back taxes, fines, and penalties from regulators. Federal and State authorities are aggressively pursuing enforcement actions related to worker misclassification and therefore organizations must know the difference between an employee versus an independent contractor.
Intentional acts of misclassification could even result in an organization being investigated for payroll fraud, litigators filing class action lawsuits and even criminal charges that could result in jail time.
Areas Covered in the Session
- An overview of the standard definition of an employee versus an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act
- How to recognize if a worker is Misclassified
- Immediate steps employers should take when they recognize a worker has been misclassified in their organization
- Best practices to avoid misclassifying workers
- The legal, tax and benefit differences between an independent contractor versus an employee
- The financial and legal consequences of misclassifying workers
Who Will Benefit
- All Employers
- Business Owners
- Company Leadership
- All Levels of HR
- Managers/Supervisors
- Employers in All Industries
- Small Business Owners
Speaker Profile
Racquel L. Harris is the President and Chief Strategy Officer at R.L. Harris & Associates, LLC, bringing over 25 years of executive-level experience to her role. With dual certifications in Human Resources and Risk Management, she also holds a BA in Organizational Communication from Indiana University and an MBA from Purdue University. Currently, Racquel is pursuing her Doctorate in Strategic Leadership.
She has a deep understanding of the pivotal role training plays within an organization and excels in strategic planning and execution, skills she honed during her tenure as President of the Michiana Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and on the Indiana SHRM State Council.
Racquel is an expert in labor relations, federal and state employment laws, and aligning human resources practices with organizational objectives. Known in the community as a servant leader, she has received multiple accolades, including the Martin Luther King Drum Major Award from former Mayor Jeff Rea, the "40 under 40" recognition by the St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce, the Seven Seals Award from the ESGR, and the Michiana SHRM Leader of the Year Award.
Her commitment to community service is further demonstrated through her roles on several boards and committees In addition to her professional work, Racquel frequently volunteers her time offering professional skills training to help individuals prepare for employment. She remains dedicated to supporting the growth and success of others.
Instructor
Racquel L. Harris