Demolition Workers: Why They Make You Sign as a “Contractor” When You Are an Employee
In the world of construction and demolition, it is common to hear stories of workers hired for a project only to discover that, on paper, they appear as “independent contractors.” This practice, known as misclassification, is not a simple administrative mistake. In many cases, it is a strategy used by employers to reduce costs at […]
Can I Sue My Employer if I Worked With a Different Name or Documents?
In the United States, many immigrants face a difficult reality: to obtain work, they sometimes use a different name, a borrowed Social Security number, or even documents that do not belong to them. This creates a frequent question: do I lose my labor rights if I worked with different papers? The answer is no. Even […]
Can I Collect Unemployment if I Do Not Have Papers?
One of the most common questions we receive in our office is: what happens if I lose my job and do not have papers? Can I apply for unemployment? The short answer is no. To receive unemployment benefits in the United States, the applicant must meet certain requirements, and one of the most important is […]