Are You Being Treated Like an Employee Without Benefits?
You're an independent contractor because you want the freedom to work for yourself. Unfortunately, companies often forget that. Misclassification is a serious problem for independent contractors. The California laws that define independent contractor status are very clear. It boils down to the word independent. If you have signed a contract with a California business and now find your rights restricted, you are entitled to expect company benefits and other compensation enjoyed by employees.
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We are the employment law attorneys of Blumenthal, Nordrehaug & Bhowmik in La Jolla, California. Our experienced employment law attorneys represent individuals in class action lawsuits against companies who have restricted employment rights and freedoms under the terms of independent contractor arrangements.
Contact us if you are an independent contractor facing any of these violations:
- Restrictions on the number of clients you contract with
- Restrictions on the type of work you do for your other clients
- Extended hours and overtime
- Restrictions on your meals and breaks
*Service Award: Don't be afraid to step forward to reclaim your rights. You are probably not alone among contractors at the company. If you are the first to step forward with a claim, you are typically entitled to special compensation called a *service award.
Will You Lose Your Contract If You File a Claim?
Under federal and state "whistleblower" laws, an employer faces very strict financial penalties for retaliating against an employee or independent contractor for stepping forward to complain about a violation of workers' rights. We have an excellent record of protecting workers' rights against employer retaliation.
Are You Part of a Class Action Lawsuit? Talk to Us.
Contact us to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers. We represent clients in class action lawsuits in San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, Santa Clara and throughout California.
