Overview

Misclassifying workers as independent contractors instead of employeesโ€”or vice versaโ€”can lead to significant tax, legal, and financial consequences. In this engaging and practical 2-hour session, tax expert Jason Dinesen walks you through the key factors that determine a workerโ€™s status under IRS, Department of Labor, and state rules. Weโ€™ll explore the IRSโ€™s three-factor test, the DOLโ€™s economic realities standard, and the ABC test used by some states.

Youโ€™ll learn how to strengthen your position when classifying workers as contractors, how to respond in an audit, and how to handle situations where misclassification is discoveredโ€”before or after the IRS gets involved. Real-world examples, court cases, and practical insights round out this essential training for anyone responsible for compliance in payroll, HR, or tax reporting.