The use of leased and temporary workers, also referred to as contingent workers, has greatly expanded in the last two decades. Traditionally, contingent workers performed largely clerical functions. Today, the use of contingent workers is much broader and permeates the entire economy. Currently, the fastest growth of contingent workers is in professional and technical occupations. It is clear these employees now provide specialized skills to a growing number of industries. For example, it is not uncommon today to find a large number of attorneys employed as temporary or leased workers. There are many reasons employers may choose to use contingent workers, including:
Leasing is not without drawbacks, however. A strained relationship between the company, the staffing firm and/or the workers can cause decreased loyalty and productivity. To maximize the benefits of using contingent workers, an employer using a staffing firm must ensure both parties comply with federal and state requirements governing leased or temporary...
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