A Willful Misclassification of Workers by an Employer May Result

question 10

True/False

A willful misclassification of workers by an employer may result in harsh sanctions under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA).These may include imprisonment and a fine of up to $10,000.

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Definitions:

Hardship Premium

Additional compensation or benefits provided to employees who work under difficult or undesirable conditions, often location-based.

Expatriate Manager

A manager who is working in a country other than their country of origin, often temporarily and for business purposes.

War-Torn Country

Refers to a country where conflict and war have caused significant damage to infrastructure, economy, and social fabric, often resulting in humanitarian crises.

Repatriation

The process of returning an employee back to their home country after they have completed an international assignment, including reintegrating them into the home office and culture.