The distribution of the gowns took place in an activity in which graduating students from 8th and 12th grade, as well as college students, had the opportunity to select the outfit of their choice.
“Employers should know that the U.S. Department of Labor takes misclassifying employees as independent contractors very seriously. Attempts to avoid complying with the law will be met with litigation to ensure that workers receive the wages they’re owed.”
— Jeffrey S. Rogoff, regional solicitor, U.S. Labor Department