OK at Work: Consequences of Misclassifying Employees
January 31, 2023
By Russell B. Berger and Sarah M. Sawyer
On this week's OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger discuss the consequences of misclassifying non-exempt employees as exempt, especially when several employees share the same role. The costs for failing to pay overtime due to misclassification can add up fast, especially when misclassified workers can form a class and perpetuate a collective action lawsuit. Listen to learn more about the risks around misclassification and why employers should pay attention to this important topic.
