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If You Hire Freelancers in CA, IL, or NY, You Need To Read This

April 25, 2025

“Alert: CA, IL, and NY Laws Require
Written Freelance Agreements”

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If your business hires freelancers in California, Illinois, or New York, you need to read this:

New state laws now require written contracts—and missing one could cost you double damages, attorney fees, and statutory penalties.

Freelancer-friendly legislation is gaining traction—and it’s already the law in three of the largest states. The rules are strict, and the penalties for non-compliance are steep.

Our latest newsletter article breaks it all down:

  • Who’s covered (and who isn’t)
  • Which businesses are affected (hint: probably yours)
  • When written agreements are required
  • What must be included in a compliant contract
  • What penalties you could face for getting it wrong

We’ve even included a sample agreement you can download and customize.

Don’t risk a lawsuit—or pay twice what you owe a freelancer—just because you didn’t know the law changed.

CLICK HERE to read my completely new article titled:

“Alert: CA, IL, and NY Laws Require
Written Freelance Agreements”

Filed Under: Form 1099, Independent Contractor, Legislation, Records, Tax Planning

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