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New Legislation Introduced to Expand Freelance Protections to California State

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Just last week California State Senator Scott Wiener introduced Senate Bill 988 (SB 988) or as we like to call it, the Freelance isn’t Free Act. ” Senator Wiener said, “SB 988 addresses the plight of many freelance workers who face challenges such as working without contracts or enduring delayed payments."

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Don’t Let the Corporate Gig Lie Become the Freelancer Truth

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Authors: Ra Criscitiello, SEIU-UHW Deputy Director of Research; David Levine, ASBI President & Cofounder; Michael A.     So-called “Benefit Savings Accounts” would let companies extend special bonuses to their freelancers.” 

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Governor Kathy Hochul Vetoes the New York State Freelance Isn’t Free Law, Which Would Have Expanded Landmark Protections to Freelancers Across the State

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On December 23rd, Freelancers in New York State received a major blow with the news of Governor Kathy Hochul vetoing the Freelance Isn’t Free legislation ( S8369B / A9368A ). Rafael Espinal, Executive Director of the Freelancers Union, said: “With 39% of the entire U.S.

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Digital Nomadism: A Way to Work From Anywhere

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Post Authored by Adventurely. Join them for a Virtual talk on Freelancing as a Digital Nomad, Friday Oct 14th , streamed on [link] Adventurely’s connects digital nomads to each other & their new local communities via an ecosystem of services & products, and with thoughtfulness around sustainability & local impact.

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Big 4 Publishers Breaking News: DOJ Blocks PRH’s Acquisition of Simon & Schuster as HarperCollinsPublishers Union Strikes

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The HarperCollins strike comes in the wake of a rise in backing for labor unions nationally, which has reached 71%, its highest level since 1965. ” Penguin Random House swiftly denounced the decision as “a regrettable setback for readers and authors.” The HarperCollins Union Workers Strike.

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How to Apply For a Digital Nomad Visa And Which Countries Offer Them

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But how do they work as freelancers, permanent employees, or company owners and stay on the right side of immigration law, while never having permanent residence in one country? To be clear, digital nomads differ from most freelancers working remotely. About the author. It’s their way of life. What is a digital nomad?

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2023 Writing Contests You Should Consider Entering

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Click To Tweet Get freelance writing jobs As always, when entering writing contests, follow the instructions precisely. Writing Contests 2023 Inkitt Novel Competition : Monthly Inkitt’s Writing Contests regularly give authors the opportunity to share their books with readers around the world and showcase their talents.

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