Worker Misclassification

A worker is an employee unless proven otherwise. If your employer has misclassified you as an independent contractor, you may not be eligible for certain benefits.

Information for Workers

Workers who believe they have been misclassfied by their employer can obtain certain benefits, including: 
  • Unemployment benefits if you are laid off
  • Health insurance
  • Workers’ compensation insurance
  • Retirement
  • Paid vacation

If you feel you, or someone you know, may be misclassified or know of a business that may have misclassified workers, please take a few moments to submit a Worker Misclassification Inquiry.

Please see the Construction Workplace Misclassification Act for further information.

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