White House Reviews Labor Department Independent Contractor Rule

The Department of Labor sent a proposed rule on independent contractor classifications to the White House, taking the first ...
Construction Dive

How contractors can navigate cost pressures, labor shortages and regulatory hurdles in 2026

Despite widespread challenges, companies that embrace digital tools and pursue diverse project portfolios will have a ...
Fleet Owner

Independent contractor rules: How did trucking get here?

In just a few years, independent contractor classification became a hairy topic for trucking. The Department of Labor’s approach to the topic prompted sharp criticisms and strong opinions from the ...
CONTRACTOR

Construction Employment Ticks Up, but Labor Market Still Tight

WASHINGTON, DC — The construction industry added 19,000 net new jobs in September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of the latest US Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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Labor, tariffs collide with data center boom

The latest outlook from the Associated General Contractors of America reveals two bright spots amid a growing number of ...