{"podcast":{"title":"The Legal Podcast Network","slug":"the-legal-podcast-network-6936259","podcast_index_feed_id":6936259,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/thelegalpodcastnetwork/feed.xml","website_url":"https://thelegalpodcastnetwork.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18025935/Instagram_Header_Main_Logo-01_5yq5ue.jpg","author":"The Legal Podcast Network (LPN)","episode_count":100,"summary":"From navigating custody battles to breaking down stereotypes, ’Advocating for Dads’ equips listeners with valuable insights and resources to support fathers in their journey to be actively involved in their children’s lives. Whether you’re a father, a co-parent, or simply interested in promoting equality in parenting, this podcast offers a compelling blend of information, inspiration, and advocacy. Join us on ’Advocating for Dads’ as we champion the rights and roles of fathers everywhere, one episode at a time.","last_synced_at":"2026-08-01T08:20:22.996600+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259"},"episode":{"title":"Hiring and HR in the Trades: Compliance Issues That Create Expensive Problems","slug":"hiring-and-hr-in-the-trades-compliance-issues-that-create-expensive-problems","published_at":"2026-07-17T12:47:30+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259/hiring-and-hr-in-the-trades-compliance-issues-that-create-expensive-problems","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259","url":"https://thelegalpodcastnetwork.podbean.com/e/hiring-and-hr-in-the-trades-compliance-issues-that-create-expensive-problems/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/hzpngueaxvgfxtsm/Joshua_Irvine_EP_08a3nkr.mp3","summary":"In this episode of the Contractor Council Podcast, host Sean O’Connor and business attorney Joshua Irvine delve into the intricacies of hiring and workforce management in the construction industry. Joshua, who serves as outside general counsel for construction and trade companies, shares insights on common pitfalls such as inadequate training systems, improper classification of workers, and the complexities of payroll taxes. The discussion highlights the importance of having a robust HR policy manual and the risks associated with misclassifying employees, which can lead to severe legal and financial consequences. Joshua also emphasizes the critical nature of workers’ compensation and the potential liabilities contractors face if they fail to comply with state regulations. This episode is essential for construction business owners looking to safeguard their operations and ensure compliance with employment laws.","meta_description":"In this episode of the Contractor Council Podcast, host Sean O’Connor and business attorney Joshua Irvine delve into the intricacies of hiring and workfor…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1100,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259/episodes/hiring-and-hr-in-the-trades-compliance-issues-that-create-expensive-problems/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259/hiring-and-hr-in-the-trades-compliance-issues-that-create-expensive-problems.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}