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Freelancers, be wary of assignment scams by email
In recent weeks, many freelance writers have received the same email — a consultant says she needs help with a…
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Good time to keep careful track of freelance payments
For some of AHCJ’s freelancers, payment issues were already a hassle before 2020. Now they may be even more difficult,…
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AHCJ beat-reporting award winner and freelancer targets military health care
Health care issues in the military are becoming increasingly important to uncover, especially as the nation watches the response to…
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Sources, studies and self-care: AHCJ freelancers give advice on COVID-19 coverage
As many health care journalists have reported that they’re covering “all COVID, all the time” during the past two months,…
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Emergency grants available to freelance journalists during COVID-19
During the current coronavirus outbreak, freelancers have reported a mixed bag — some work is on pause, but other work…
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What the CARES Act means for freelance writers now
Freelance writers and other independent contractors have faced obstacles in securing federal funds to help with lost income during the…
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Freelance reporter reveals challenges in Georgia’s inmate health care
For more than a year, Atlanta-based freelance journalist and AHCJ member Max Blau investigated the troublesome health care delivery in jails across…
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Should freelancers pitch right now? Yes, and here’s what to do
In numerous groups, forums and discussion lists, freelance journalists are asking three big questions: Do I pitch right now? Can…
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Another AB 5 lawsuit update: Motion denied but groups consider appeal
After a Los Angeles District Court judge declined to halt the current limits on freelance journalists and photographers in California,…
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AB 5 lawsuit moves forward in California court
A lawsuit against California’s new independent contractor legislation took a step forward on March 11. U.S. District Court Judge Philip…