Co-Employment
/ˌkoʊ.ɪmˈplɔɪ.mənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal relationship where two or more entities share responsibility as employers for the same employee, often relevant in labor law and benefits administration.
The company faced litigation due to issues arising from co-employment between the staffing agency and itself.
Forms
- co-employment
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Commentary
Co-employment primarily arises in contexts involving staffing agencies, subcontractors, or joint employment situations and is critical in clarifying liability and compliance with labor regulations.
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