If you retain freelancers in New York City, pay attention.
As we wrote here, NYC’s Freelance Isn’t Free Act requires a written agreement when retaining an individual independent contractor, if the value of services is $800 or more. The law covers any individual non-employee, including nannies and babysitters. (Loyal readers, please read this earlier post for details.)
The law took effect May 15, 2017, but new rules — effective July 24, 2017 — create additional burdens.
The NYC Department of Consumer Affairs has published final rules implementing the Act. While the purpose of the rules is (supposedly) to clarify the Act, the Rules go much further and create new requirements — some of which may be contrary to federal law.
Do you have a nanny or a housekeeper? A regular babysitter? If so, pay attention.
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