Gig work has been silently taking over new industries, but not in the way many expected.
Category: Freelancing, Self-Employment and Independent Contracting
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California Court Mostly Upholds Prop. 22 in Win for Uber and Other Gig Companies
The New York Times – Business:The decision lessens the chances that gig drivers will be considered employees in the state, but it is expected to be appealed to the state Supreme Court.
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We Revisited People Who Left Their Jobs Last Year. Are They (Still) Happy?
The New York Times – Business:Last summer we shared stories of people who were part of 2022’s surge in quitting. Months later, we asked them if they were still glad they switched gears.
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For Freelancers, New Federal Help in Saving for Retirement
The New York Times – Business:The Secure 2.0 Act provides for direct government contributions to retirement accounts for low- and moderate-income workers, though that won’t start until 2027.