Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
Nov 6, 2025
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The Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations is the state agency responsible for overseeing labor laws and regulations in Hawaii. They work to ensure compliance with state labor standards and provide resources and support to both employers and employees in the state.
When it comes to classifying workers, there’s more than meets the eye. Beyond the familiar categories of employees and independent contractors, there’s a third type you need to know: statutory employees.
These workers are unique because they’re technically considered independent contractors, but certain laws require you to treat them as employees for tax purposes. Understanding who qualifies as a statutory employee is essential for maintaining compliance and avoiding legal headaches.
When you think of unemployment insurance tax, you probably think of state unemployment tax first—but there’s actually a federal unemployment tax too.
Both state and federal unemployment tax are taxes that employers pay directly to the government, typically calculated as a percentage of payroll. Employment tax obligations can include federal, state, and local income tax, social security and Medicare tax, and SUTA and FUTA tax. To maintain compliance (and be prepared to pay), employers need to understand which taxes apply to them, how to calculate their liabilities, and when and how to make payments.
In today’s dynamic business environment, one of the critical aspects founders, HR heads, and financial officers need to stay on top of is federal tax classification. This classification not only determines how your business will operate, but also how it will be taxed.
As businesses expand and take on employees from different states or even countries, understanding this classification becomes paramount to ensure compliance. With the landscape of remote work growing, businesses, especially those operating in the U.S., must stay informed to maintain efficiency and ensure they’re meeting all regulatory requirements.
Alex Kehayias |Jan 5, 2024
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