Understanding the Importance of Compliance in IT Contracting

As the IT industry continues to evolve, so do the methods for contracting and staffing IT professionals. Bench Direct is changing the game by providing a platform for businesses to contract directly with IT professionals, eliminating the need for third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. But while Bench Direct may make things easier for IT businesses, it also creates new legal considerations, especially when it comes to compliance with supervised probation rules in Virginia.

Take a moment to consider: Now imagine that your business has been subject to a contract violation and that you are facing a lawsuit from the party with whom you contracted. What if you could have avoided this situation by knowing the relevant supervised probation rules? In Virginia, whether the professional you hired to do a government contract qualifies as an employee or independent contractor under the supervised probation rules can spell the difference between getting compensated and not. The bad news for your business is that if the third-party staffing agency you worked with does not comply with the supervised probation rules, then you may be on the hook. The good news is that if you are notified of the third-party’s failure to comply and still choose to hire that staff member, your business will still be considered innocent of the violation. This legal caveat means you do not necessarily have to lose money if your third-party staffing agency fails to comply with the supervised probation rules or any other legal requirements for contractors. It just means you need to be aware of how these rules apply to your industry and be careful to avoid being complicit in legal violations that could put you in harm’s way.

But how do you stay up to date on all the latest legal nuances when your business is constantly changing with new technology and practices? While Bench Direct may not currently offer legal insights to help users more effectively stay in compliance with the law, they have created a forum for businesses to learn where the legal landmines are. Using Bench Direct could actually make things smoother for your business. The potential for money-saving opportunities is huge when you consider that Bench Direct allows businesses to directly contact with IT developers and other professionals without relying on third-party recruiters. This can help you save thousands of dollars – savings that could otherwise go towards preventing possible contract violations. You don’t want to ignore the legal system, also. Bench Direct could be just the forum that allows users to contribute their insights about how to avoid future legal issues and keep their contracts intact. They could also assist with providing general insights about different supervised probation rules and how they apply to specific industries in Virginia. Legal knowledge could undoubtedly help IT businesses like Bench Direct thrive. If Bench Direct was to adopt a forum to allow users to post their legal knowledge, they could create new income streams for their business and a more satisfied user base.