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freelance
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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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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…
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Freelancers start national group to oppose independent contractor legislation
Spurred to action after the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act passed the House on Feb. 6, a group…
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AHCJ freelancer dishes on her $135K year in new ebook
AHCJ member and freelance journalist Jen Miller earned $135,000 from her writing in 2019 and, after posting about it on…
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Legislation update: AB 5 may exempt freelance writers but PRO Act passes
Independent contractor legislation continues to shift quickly at both the state and national levels — with writers and editors waiting…
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Freelance journalists sue California over new AB 5 law
Two of the leading national journalism organizations that serve freelance writers, editors, photographers and visual journalists filed a lawsuit on…
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Pitching stories during the holidays: Should you do it?
The holiday season is close, which could mean a well-earned time to take a break. For some freelance writers, though,…
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New bills could hinder freelancers’ work in 2020
Lawmakers in several states have introduced — and in some cases, already approved — legislation that could restrict the way…