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A recent Department of Labor (DOL) opinion letter has said gig workers are independent contractors and not employees. The letter gives sway to employers in the on-demand/sharing economy who say these workers are in business for themselves.
Others point to the fact gig workers are denied benefits and other protections covering overtime and minimum wage. They want these folks classified as employees.
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