Labor/Employment
Aug. 7, 2023
LA independent contractors move closer to employee-type treatment
The Freelance Worker Protections Ordinance went into effect a little over a month ago. Businesses should pay the Ordinance the attention it is due, or else risk its consequences.
Landon R. Schwob
Partner
Fisher & Phillips LLP
Phone: 213-330-4479
Email: Lschwob@fisherphillips.com
Pepperdine University SOL; Malibu CA
Individuals operating as independent contractors within Los Angeles city limits now have greater protections and rights, some akin to those traditionally afforded to employees, following the passage of a new ordinance by the City Council. Effective July 1, the Freelance Worker Protections Ordinance (“the Ordinance”) – codified as a new section of the Los Angeles Municipal Code – has the stated aim of “ensuring that freelance workers are treated fairly and receive the...
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