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Misclassified? The Truth About Independent Contractors vs Employees


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Are you actually an employee—but getting paid like a contractor?

In this eye-opening episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila expose the legal gray areas surrounding independent contractor misclassification. From workplace horror stories to California’s ABC Test, AB5, and the Uber & Lyft legal wars, this episode is packed with insight every worker and employer needs to hear.

🎧 You’ll learn:

  • What makes someone a W-2 employee vs a 1099 contractor
  • Why so many businesses get it wrong—sometimes on purpose
  • The real consequences of misclassification (spoiler: lawsuits 💸)
  • The truth about gig economy protections under Prop 22
  • What to do if you think you’ve been misclassified
  • Legal tips for employers, HR teams, and contractors

💼 Whether you’re a startup founder, a freelancer, a gig worker, or just someone clocking 40+ hours a week—you can’t afford to miss this one.

🔊 Red Flag or Green Flag, Glam Tip of the Week, and a raw Q&A from a listener bring the law to life in classic Glamorous Grind style.

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🎙️ Hosts: Ilona Antonyan & Mila Arutunian
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The Glamorous GrindBy Ilona Antonyan, Mila Arutunian

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