US Department of Labor recovers $37K in back wages for 35 caregivers misclassified as independent contractors by Williston home care provider

Summary

The Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor conducted an investigation at Circle of Love Home Care LLC, a home healthcare services provider in Williston, SC. The investigation revealed that the employer misclassified 35 workers as independent contractors, resulting in the denial of overtime wages. The company failed to pay employees time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40, as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act. As a result, back wages totaling $37,340 were recovered for the affected workers. This case highlights the importance of accurately classifying employees and providing fair wages and benefits, including overtime, minimum wage, and family and medical leave.