Understanding Employee Misclassification
Employee misclassification occurs when workers are wrongly labeled as independent contractors instead of employees. This illegal practice denies workers important benefits and protections, including:
- Minimum wage and overtime pay
- Workers' compensation coverage
- Unemployment insurance
- Health insurance and benefits
- Social Security and Medicare contributions
How We Can Help
Classification Review
Evaluating your true employment status under the law.
Wage Recovery
Fighting for unpaid overtime, benefits, and other compensation.
Legal Protection
Ensuring proper classification and employee rights.
Benefits Claims
Securing access to denied employment benefits.
Signs of Misclassification
Control Over Work
Employer controls how, when, and where you work
Economic Dependence
You rely on one employer for your income
Integration
Your work is central to the company's business
Limited Autonomy
No real independence in business decisions
Stand Up Against Workplace Harassment
You have the right to a safe and respectful workplace. Our experienced attorneys will fight to protect your rights.
Frequently Asked Questions About Employee Misclassification
How do I know if I'm misclassified?
What compensation can I recover if I'm misclassified?
Can I be fired for questioning my classification?
Experienced Advocacy at No Out-of-Pocket Cost
With extensive experience in hostile work environment law, we understand the unique challenges faced by employees. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis - meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our team is committed to ensuring you receive the protection and justice you deserve under the law.
What Our Clients Say
"I was misclassified as an independent contractor for years, losing out on overtime and benefits. Job Law Experts helped me recover what I was owed."
"When I realized I was wrongly classified as a contractor, Job Law Experts helped me secure proper employee status and benefits."
"Thanks to Job Law Experts, I recovered years of unpaid overtime and expenses that were denied due to misclassification."
"The team helped me understand my rights and fight back against improper classification. They recovered the wages and benefits I deserved."
"Job Law Experts helped me prove I was really an employee, not a contractor. Their expertise made all the difference."