Partner Mark A. Shoffner and Of Counsel Thomas L. Case authored The Texas Lawbook article titled, “Stars Align in Texas for the Gig Economy.” In the piece, Shoffner and Case examine whether “Gig Economy” workers are “employees” or “independent contractors” under federal and Texas guidance. With the emergence of scores of app-based delivery and ride-sharing services, all with business models relying on independent contractors, clear guidance on this issue is critical and has yet to fully emerge. The pair offer considerations for employers to be best protected against present and future worker classification liability.

To read the full article, please click here to view a PDF, or here to view on The Texas Lawbook’s website.