Understand the Risks: Why 1099 Payments to Law Enforcement Officers May Backfire
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Course Description:
This webinar examines the substantial legal, insurance coverage, and financial risks that municipalities face when hiring law enforcement officers from outside jurisdictions as 1099 independent contractors, rather than securing their services through their parent department. Participants will learn how officers, as independent contractors, can expose themselves and the town to increased liability, including gaps in workers’ compensation coverage, liability for officer actions, tax compliance issues, lapses in proper benefit and pension allocation, and potential violations of employment laws. Attendees will grasp the key differences between employee and contractor status in law enforcement, learn how to avoid costly misclassification, and develop strategies for forming strong working agreements with other governing bodies. This webinar is essential for municipal leaders, law enforcement administrators, and finance officials responsible for staffing and payroll decisions.
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