Are You Misclassified? Employee vs Contractor Truths EXPOSED | The Glamorous Grind

Are you really an independent contractor — or are you being misclassified? In this explosive episode of The Glamorous Grind, hosts Ilona and Mila break down one of the most misunderstood issues in employment law: the difference between W-2 employees and 1099 contractors. From real-world horror stories and employer red flags to the ABC Test, AB5, and the Prop 22 battle, we unpack how classification affects wages, benefits, taxes, and legal rights—especially in California. Whether you're a gig worker, small business owner, or HR manager, you can't afford to miss this legal decode.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 What Is Employee Misclassification?

01:47 Legal Requirements for Salary vs Hourly in California

06:31 Hiring Tip: Why Every Employer Needs a Lawyer

07:18 Audience Q&A: Am I Not A Contractor?

08:30 Red Flag or Green Flag: Employment Scenarios

13:44 Gig Economy Deep Dive: Uber, Lyft & Prop 22

18:05 Legal Decode: ABC Test & AB5 Explained

21:02 The Complexity of Pregnancy Discrimination Cases

25:50 Disability, Mental Health & Accommodations

30:12 Glam Tip of the Week: Know Your Worth and Rights

👩‍⚖️ Legal Decode: What is the ABC test?

🧠 Glam Tip: Know your rights—and your worth.

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