Google contractors push for better pay, PTO, perks
Google’s so-called “shadow workforce” of contractors sent a scathing letter to CEO Sundar Pichai demanding equal treatment, Vox reports.
DOL: Two misclassifications bring $3.45 million in back wages
The US Department of Labor announced last week $3.45 million in back wages, damages and penalties from two separate cases in which companies were found to have misclassified workers as independent contractors.
Australian IC misclassification lawsuit could cost firm AUD$400 million
An Australian telecommunications company faces an independent contractor misclassification lawsuit worth up to AUD$400 million (US$290 million).
Canada: Bill 47 becomes law; between an employee and IC
Ontario’s equal pay for temps is history as Bill 47 officially became law last week; courts are beginning to recognize “dependent” contractor relationships.
On-demand firm negotiating IC misclassification payout
While food delivery service foodora exits Australian market, union calls for greater IC scrutiny
Trucking group sues California over ABC test ruling
California truckers sue to stop the enforcement of the state’s new ABC standard for independent contractor classification.
Court sides with DoorDash in forcing arbitration
A US District Court judge granted DoorDash Inc.’s motion to compel arbitration in an independent contractor misclassification lawsuit, National Law Review reports.
Misclassification: Buyer to pay nearly $5 million in courier driver suit
TFI International agreed to pay up to $4.75 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging misclassification of employees as independent contractors, according to a court filing.
IC classification options: Clearing up muddy waters?
A new ruling out of California clarifies in what type of IC classification cases the California Supreme Court’s “ABC” test ruling applies.
New Jersey temps to get paid leave; ICs not covered
New Jersey on Oct. 29 joins 9 other states and the District of Columbia in mandating paid sick leave in the state.
