Ed Sweeney
Franny Ryan
If you work in Pennsylvania and suspect an employer of misclassifying employees, you’re not alone. Many workers are denied their rightful pay, crucial benefits, and legal protections because employers deliberately or carelessly mislabel them. The problem spans industries, especially hourly jobs, construction, and the growing freelance / gig economy.
At Wusinich, Sweeney & Ryan, LLC, we understand how confusing and damaging misclassification can be. Our legal team helps Pennsylvania workers take action when their employers misclassify employees. If you believe you’ve been misclassified, we can fight for the compensation and protections the law provides through legal action.
Employee misclassification means a worker who should be treated as a non-exempt employee is labeled an independent contractor or an exempt salaried employee. That mislabeling robs you of overtime pay, employee benefits, and legal safety nets.
Run through these checkpoints; if you fail any of them, you may be an employee entitled to overtime, benefits, and wage protections.
To be a true contractor under the Unemployment Compensation Law, both must be true:
In the construction industry, the bar is higher. A construction worker is an independent contractor only if:
If any test raises a red flag, start a paper trail. Save pay stubs, time sheets, and any 1099 or “independent-contractor” agreement. Then call Wusinich, Sweeney & Ryan for a free, confidential review. We’ll tell you whether you’re owed overtime, benefits, or back pay, and map out the fastest way to recover every dollar. Misclassification steals your hard-earned wages. Let us fight to get them back.
If you’re misclassified, you could recover:
Civil or criminal penalties assessed against the employer
Our firm can help you:
We gather evidence, review job duties and contracts, and build a strong case to reclassify your position and recover every dollar owed.
Based in Exton, PA, our employee misclassification attorneys are dedicated to helping workers across Pennsylvania stand up for their rights. We bring decades of experience handling worker misclassification cases, among other employment law issues.
We understand how deeply the proper employee classification can affect your finances, your health, and your peace of mind. That’s why we give every case the personal attention it deserves. Whether you’re a freelance contractor or a misclassified hourly employee, our team is ready to fight for the rightful compensation and proper classification you’ve earned. Contact us today so we can get started fighting for you.
From our law firm in Exton, the Pennsylvania employment lawyers at Wusinich, Sweeney & Ryan, LLC are proud to serve employees in need of legal services in southeastern Pennsylvania including, but not limited to, Coatesville, Atglen, Avondale, Downingtown, Elverson, Honey Brook, Kennett Square, Malvern, Modena, Oxford, Parkesburg, Phoenixville, South Coatesville, Spring City, West Chester, West Grove, Upper Darby, Haverford, Radnor, Chester, Ridley, Drexel Hill, Springfield, Marple, Concord, Upper Chichester, Aston, Middletown, Newtown, Nether Providence, Ardmore, Yeadon, Broomall, Lansdowne, Upper Providence, Darby, and Philadelphia.
Answer the questions below to find out quickly if you may have a valid employment law claim. Additional details may be requested if relevant.
This quiz is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. For personalized guidance, consult a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania.
