As the world rapidly hurtles into a future dominated by technology, more and more people are working as independent contractors. Though such jobs offer more freedom than traditional roles in the workplace, there are some key differences between independent contractors and employees that should be considered by both the employer and the worker. For one,… Read more »
The Louisiana Workers Compensation Death Benefit provides payment to a deceased worker’s family, including an $8,500 funeral benefit. In this situation, the family typically has questions regarding who receives benefits and the order of preference when the beneficiary is not designated. Who Receives Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits? Dependents of the employee would receive benefits according… Read more »
How exciting to announce that Kristen Stanley-Wallace has received an award based on client satisfaction three years in a row! We are happy to share the following press release from the American Institute of Family law Attorneys: Kristen Stanley-Wallace Has Been Nominated and Accepted as Three Years AIOFLA’S 10 Best in Louisiana For Client… Read more »
Do you work in the service industry? Are your wages supplemented by tips on a regular basis? Do you depend on them as part of your overall income? If so, you need to consider how tips factor into a workers’ compensation claim. The amount of your temporary total disability benefits (TTD) is the money… Read more »
Most people think of the office party as a chance to get to know their co-workers better, an opportunity to network, or a way to simply celebrate the season and a great year, but there is also a risk that someone at the office party will be injured. Employees planning to attend their office’s… Read more »
On November 8, 2018, Stanley-Wallace Law, along with Pontchartrain Investment Management and Taylor & Willis CPAs and Advisors, will be hosting a Business After Hours through the East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce. Come see the newly renovated building, our offices and enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, food and networking. We are so proud to… Read more »
Employers are not required by state law to purchase coverage for independent contractors, but some employers misclassify employees as independent contractors in order to avoid payroll taxes and workers’ comp premiums. As independent contractors are not eligible for workers’ compensation coverage, some employers may even claim a worker was not an employee after they are… Read more »
Hello… My name is Tubs and my mom, Amber Sheppard, says I’m a Labrador and a Bassett Hound mix. I have a lab head and what people refer to as “little tubby legs”. I also love to eat—can you tell how I got my name yet? Apparently, I’m an odd looking dog but my… Read more »
You Now Have More Options… When a person is going through a divorce, custody action or relocation issue, they not only have to deal with the emotional and mental stress associated with the matter, but also the financial stress. Being a litigant in a family law case can be extremely expensive. Often times, if the… Read more »
