New Jersey's ABC test has been viewed as one of the most stringent in the country, with some seeing it as a major blow to independent contractors in the state.
The revised rule removes compliance with laws as a factor in determining employee status, which was a key aspect of the original proposal.
This change is seen as a significant shift from the initial proposal, and truckers are likely to feel the impact of this new rule.
The revised rule aims to codify regulatory precedents that have built up over the years and put them into the regulatory framework.
New Jersey's ABC test on its surface may seem similar to tests in other states, but it is not a law like California's AB5.
The test has three criteria: worker must be free from control or direction, work performed outside usual course of business, and worker customarily engaged in independently established trade.
The revised rule removes the requirement that employers must comply with laws as a factor in determining employee status, which was seen as a major point of contention in the original proposal.
Truckers are likely to face significant changes under the new IC rule, including increased scrutiny from regulators and potential penalties for non-compliance.
The revised rule is expected to have a significant impact on the trucking industry, particularly for small and medium-sized carriers who may struggle to adapt to the new regulations.
The revised rule is likely to have a significant impact on the trucking industry, particularly for small and medium-sized carriers.
