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7 Simple Tips To Avoid Contract Disputes With Your Contractors

Dan Levenson — Tue, 02 May 2017 20:27:44 +0000

Unfortunately, contract disputes are all too common in the business world. Though contracts may be written with a great deal of care using verbose language, many still leave room for interpretation. And where there’s room for interpretation, high-priced lawyers are often called in to dispute the small details. No one wants to go down that […]

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IT Contractors: How to Negotiate Contracts & Remain Protected

Dan Levenson — Tue, 14 Feb 2017 20:27:38 +0000

Working as an independent contractor has its benefits, but also comes with many challenges. One of those challenges relates to insurance. Many often wonder, “Do I really need to carry insurance? How much will it cost me? What is required of me, and what is recommended?” These questions play a big role when considering how to […]

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A Deeper Look At General Liability Insurance For IT Contractors

Dan Levenson — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 20:38:52 +0000

It is not an uncommon scenario: An independent IT contractor is working to secure a contract for work from a company, and that contract requires proof of insurance. The contractor, however, has let their policy lapse from the last time they needed to provide proof of coverage. Now he or she must scramble to obtain […]

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Do IT Companies Need Subcontractor Insurance Coverage?

Dan Levenson — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 17:48:00 +0000

When you think about subcontractors needing insurance, you might picture someone working on something that is more of a physical labor job—for instance, a plumber or even a landscaper that comes to do work on behalf of your company. While those subcontractors are important, what about your tech subcontractors? When hiring out subcontractors to help […]

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FAQ: What Are Master Subcontract Agreements?

Dan Levenson — Thu, 30 Jun 2016 20:01:43 +0000

When you own a business, there may be times when you must hire subcontractors. Along with going through the contracting process and making sure that the work is done, you also have to protect yourself and your company. This is where a master subcontract agreement comes in. If you are wondering about master subcontract agreements, this […]

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Is Workers’ Compensation Required For Independent Contractors?

Dan Levenson — Thu, 05 May 2016 18:30:42 +0000

When it comes to workers’ compensation, are you required to carry the insurance for people who are not your full-time employees? For many business owners, this is not an easily answered question. While state law does not require you to carry the coverage for independent contractors, and a number of employers do not classify those who work […]

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Can A 1099 Employee Get Group Health Insurance?

Dan Levenson — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 22:33:24 +0000

As an employer, you have a lot of different things you have to worry about. From making sure you have enough people on staff to meet the demands of the company to making sure taxes are paid on time and so on, it’s easy to see how things can get confusing and overwhelming. This rings […]

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5 Challenges That Today’s IT Recruiters Face

Dan Levenson — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 15:00:54 +0000

Specifying in a particular niche, regardless of the nature of your business, always presents a number of interesting challenges. IT recruiters in particular face challenges related to looking for competent employees to work. There are also the matters of needing the right insurance, having adequate technology to do the job, and finding the right candidate […]

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4 Tips for Writing Off Home Office Expenses for Contractors

Dan Levenson — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 16:31:50 +0000

If you work as an independent contractor, you’re probably all-too-familiar with just how stressful things can be around tax time. You’re responsible for paying your own taxes rather than having them automatically deducted from your paycheck. Not to mention, independent contractors and self-employed workers also get hit with additional taxes, such as a 15.3% self-employment […]

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How To Read Your IT Consultant Contract: The Essentials

Dan Levenson — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 14:20:58 +0000

While working as an IT consultant (or any other kind of consultant, for that matter), it’s imperative to have an understanding of basic contract essentials for your legal safety. Even if you already know your client well and think problems won’t occur while you work for them, things can still go awry. And for any […]

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