Have you heard of the Freelance Isn’t Free Act (“Freelance Act” or the “Act”)? This relatively unknown New York City law provides protections for freelance workers and imposes harsh penalties for those businesses that fail to comply with the Act’s requirements. If your clients hire freelance workers, you should be aware of the Act and its requirements.
The Freelance Act
The New York City Council passed the Freelance Act in 2016. It took effect on May 15, 2017. One court described it as the first legislation in the nation that directly seeks to protect the labor rights of freelance workers.
