Am I being misclassified as a contractor?

If the work you perform is work that is within the scope of the company's "regular course of business," then you are likely not an independent...

Do I have any legal options if my employer has been changing the number of hours I work?

Your employer cannot "change" the amount of hours you've actually worked. Failure to pay you properly, may entitle you to three times your owed...

Unpaid wages/commission, ex employer did not provide pay stubs, etc

Generally, employers in MA can only make deductions from your wages in very specific circumstances. You may be entitled to three times your owed...

1099 contractor and how paid

You are likely misclassified as an "independent contractor", but more facts are necessary and you should call an attorney Monday to discuss. Most,...

Absolutely; your statement of pay should also show an accurate accounting of the quantity of hours worked and your rate of pay. If you are an...

The company I work at crosses countless hours of over-time off the time sheets of the employees that work here, is this legal?

No, your employer can't unilaterally "delete" hours. You also cannot be terminated in retaliation for asking for your pay - which would include...

Wondering if classification as an independent contractor is wrong and if I (and 5 others) should be classified as employees.

It is nearly impossible to be correctly classified as an "independent contractor" in MA, particularly in the circumstances you describe. The work...

I have been an independant contractor for a company for 4 years, driving my own truck, etc, but they treat me like an employee.

You are likely misclassified as an independent contractor; here in MA, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to be an "independent contractor,"...

My employer hasn't paid me my paycheck for the pay period May 15th to May 30th. What are my rights? Can I get my money?

You are likely entitled to three times the unpaid wages, plus an award of reasonable attorneys fees that are required to recoup those wages. The...

What are the laws/statutes/regulations re: unemployment claims and/or retroactive benefits when an SS8 form is pending?

I suggest you contact an attorney by phoned in the morning. In addition to the unemployment benefit issues, there may be significant issues...