Employers are responsible for determining whether a worker is an employee under the FLSA. Misclassification occurs when an employer treats a worker who is an employee under the FLSA as …

Misclassification also has negative effects on businesses. Typically, only workers who are “employees” have access to important benefits and protections under certain federal, state, and local laws.

Ending misclassification combats historical inequities faced by women, immigrants, people of color and workers with disabilities.

The misclassification of employees as independent contractors may deny workers minimum wage, overtime pay, and other protections. This final rule will reduce the risk that employees are …

call that “misclassification.” If you are misclassified as an independent contractor, your employer may try to deny you benefits and protections Please refer to Fact Sheet 13 for more information on the …

FLSA Independent Contractor Misclassification Enforcement Guidance This Field Assistance Bulletin provides guidance to WHD field staff regarding the analysis to apply when determining employee or …

May 1, 2025 · The FAB supersedes any prior or conflicting guidance provided to Wage and Hour Division staff on enforcement related to independent contractor misclassification.

Misclassification of Employees as Independent Contractors Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Final Rule: Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act,.....

Mar 11, 2024 · This Fact Sheet is consistent with the 2024 Rule entitled Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, 89 Fed. Reg. 1638 – the legality of …

Mar 11, 2024 · WHD Wages and the Fair Labor Standards Act Misclassification of Employees as Independent Contractors Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Small Entity Compliance Guide