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NYS freelancers gain rights, protections

‘Freelance Isn’t Free Act’ is now state law

BY RICHARD KHAVKINE
Posted 9/6/24

Hundreds of thousands of freelancers statewide now have long-sought rights and protections from shady contractors. 

State legislation that requires contracts, on-time payments and timely efforts at resolution was enacted last week, with employers who violate the law potentially required to pay double what they owe freelancers and also subject to additional civil penalties.

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