Author: Nathan S. Gibson

With deep experience in the temporary staffing industry, Nathan helps companies manage risk, increase compliance, and navigate complex legal requirements. Nathan provides clients with expertise and creative solutions to enhance flexibility and maintain compliance with changing requirements.
Posted in Misclassification

Is the Gig Up? Equity Compensation for Platform Workers, Influencers, and Brand Ambassadors

From JDSupra, Casey Knapp and Annika L. Rosman discuss whether influencers and brand ambassadors are included in…

Posted in Arbitration California

An Arbitration Clause Specific to an Employment Agreement Might Not Apply to Common Employment Claims

From JDSupra, Jared Slater discusses warns companies that use arbitration agreements to review them carefully in light…

Posted in Hawaii

Hospitality Employers Should Revisit Independent Contractor Classifications for Spa and Other Workers

From JDSupra, Fanny Ferdman discusses a recent lawsuit in which spa and wellness workers alleged they were…

Posted in Germany

Germany’s Proposed ‘New Self-Employment’ Status Aims to Reduce Misclassification Risk

From JDSupra, Karl Melzer discusses a new proposal by the German goverment to create a new category…

Posted in Misclassification

Negligent Hiring Doctrine Can Also Apply to Independent Contractors

From JDSupra, Richard Reibstein discusses a recent case in Massacahusetts and potential negligent hiring claims that may…

Posted in Intellectual Property

Do you own your store design or does your contractor? You may not want to know the answer

From JDSupra, James P. Muraff warns that the work product of architects and design firms may not…

Posted in New York

How the NYC Delivery Protection Act Could Affect Employers and Workers’ Compensation Obligations

From JDSupra, Quinlyn A. Beaver, Kristen Romano, and S. Philip Unwin discuss the proposed Delivery Protection Act…

Posted in Misclassification

When Influencer Marketing Creates Workplace Risks: 4 Compliance Tips for Businesses

From JDSupra, Olivia Beale, LaKisha Kinsey-Sallis, and Courtney Leyes discuss the risks if a company exercises too…

Posted in Misclassification

Workers Cannot Waive Their Right to Be Classified as Employees

From JDSupra, Jonathan Crotty provides a valuable reminder that workers cannot waive their rights as employees or…

Posted in California

Does California Employment Law Follow Workers Across State Lines? Key Frameworks and the Latest from the California Court of Appeal in Saberin v. Alation, Inc.

From JDSupra, Emily N. Laskoe, Lauren A. Shurman, and Ruth Zadikany discuss a recent case in which…

Posted in California Illinois Massachusetts

Collective Bargaining Rights for Rideshare Drivers: California and Illinois Join Massachusetts in Paving the Way

From JDSupra, Sarah Gasperini, Laura Pierson-Scheinberg, and Richard Vitarelli discuss laws in California, Illinois, and Massachusetts that…

Posted in Massachusetts

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell Issues Citations to Dunkin’ Donuts Franchisee and Two Staffing Agencies Misclassficiation

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell secured $1.46 million in citations against Dunkin’ franchise operator and two…