{"id":1655,"date":"2024-02-15T18:27:03","date_gmt":"2024-02-15T18:27:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kallaw.com\/?p=1655"},"modified":"2024-02-15T18:27:03","modified_gmt":"2024-02-15T18:27:03","slug":"misclassification-reclaim-whats-yours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kallaw.com\/misclassification-reclaim-whats-yours\/","title":{"rendered":"Misclassification: Reclaim What&#8217;s Yours"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Proper worker classification is a fundamental pillar in the workplace, essential to ensure the rights and benefits that correspond to each employee. However, intentional or unintentional misclassification can have serious consequences, affecting wages, tax requirements, and workers&#8217; benefits. At Lipeles Law Group, we understand the complexity of this situation and want to reclaim what rightfully belongs to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What is worker misclassification?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Misclassification occurs when an employer wrongly categorizes an employee as an independent contractor, thus avoiding payment for overtime hours, benefits, and labor protections. This practice is not only unfair but also illegal, violating the fundamental rights of the worker.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consequences of misclassification<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Wages and overtime hours:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0If you are misclassified as an independent contractor, you may miss out on compensation for overtime hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unfair termination:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Misclassification can lead to unfair terminations under the pretext that standard labor protections do not apply.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lost benefits and protections:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Social security, health insurance, and other benefits may be denied due to misclassification.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reclaiming what&#8217;s yours<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Workers in California who have been misclassified may be entitled to recover compensation for income not received due to their incorrect classification. Additionally, employers who engage in this practice may face penalties from the California Labor Commission.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How can Lipeles Law Group help you?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">At Lipeles Law Group, we have a team of attorneys with extensive experience in labor laws, dedicated to tirelessly fighting for the rights of misclassified workers. Our approach focuses on:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Deep evaluation:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0We analyze your employment situation to determine if you have been a victim of misclassification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Legal action:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0We take the necessary steps to recover the wages, benefits, and compensation owed to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Support and guidance:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0We offer advice at every step of the process, ensuring you understand your rights and options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Worker misclassification is a serious matter. At Lipeles Law Group, we protect your rights and ensure you receive the justice you deserve. You are not alone if you believe you have been a victim of misclassification. Call us today and let our experience and dedication work for you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Proper worker classification is a fundamental pillar in the workplace, essential to ensure the rights and benefits that correspond to each employee. However, intentional or unintentional misclassification can have serious consequences, affecting wages, tax requirements, and workers&#8217; benefits. At Lipeles Law Group, we understand the complexity of this situation and want to reclaim what rightfully [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1656,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Misclassification: Reclaim What&#039;s Yours - Kevin A. 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