Labor/Employment,
California Supreme Court,
California Courts of Appeal
Nov. 26, 2018
As easy as “ABC,” but not exactly in California
A recent ruling demonstrates that multiple tests for independent contractor status continue.
Kevin D. Whittaker
Of Counsel
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Email: kwhittaker@orrick.com
Kevin focuses on labor and employment matters.
Some good news for companies: A California Court of Appeal decision further confirmed that Dynamex's three-pronged "ABC" test for determining independent contractor status is limited to Industrial Welfare Commission wage order claims.
Properly classifying independent contractors is critical for any business. Misclassification can result in costly and time-consuming litigation.
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