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Workplace Sexual Harassment — gig company reclassifying workers

Started by confused_dev_2025 · Mar 23, 2025 · 1,204 views · 16 replies
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confused_dev_2025 OP

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

gig company reclassifying workers. I've been dealing with this for about 10 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 12 years. My position is non-exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

Has anyone been through something similar? What worked for you?

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EmploymentLaw_Mike Attorney

I've handled similar cases. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The key question is whether the applicable statute of limitations has run. Depending on your jurisdiction, you typically have the FMLA years for this type of claim.

I'd recommend documenting everything in writing from this point forward. Keep copies of all communications.

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NurseUnion_Rep

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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RestaurantOwner_Miami

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

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need_help_contractor_CO

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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SeniorDevMike_PDX

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

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frustrated_parent_FL

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

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SeniorDevMike_PDX

I went through almost the exact same thing.

I ended up having everything documented, which cost about $3-6 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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confused_employee_IL

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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MusicProducer_ATL

I went through almost the exact same thing.

I ended up having everything documented, which cost about $3-6 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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NurseUnion_Rep

I've dealt with this before.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

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TechStartup_Founder

I've dealt with this before.

What worked for me was escalating to a supervisor/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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DevOps_Seattle

I've dealt with this before.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

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CorpCounsel_Amy

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

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worried_seller_CO

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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throwaway_parent_IL

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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need_help_trader_2026

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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