Independent Contractor Compliance & Risk Audit

Protect Your Business from Costly Misclassification Lawsuits Under California’s Strict ABC Test

At the Law Offices of Eric A. Boyajian, APC (LOEAB), we specialize in helping California businesses properly classify and manage their 1099 independent contractors — so you avoid devastating back taxes, overtime, penalties, and PAGA lawsuits that can reach hundreds of thousands (or millions) per worker.

Since AB 5 (and its amendments AB 2257/AB 323) took effect, the rules flipped: workers are presumed employees unless you prove all three prongs of the rigorous ABC test.

Our Comprehensive Independent Contractor Service Includes:

• Full Risk Audit of your current 1099 workers We review job descriptions, contracts, payment practices, and day-to-day control to determine who passes (and who doesn’t) the ABC test.

• Written Compliance Opinion Letter A detailed attorney analysis you can show the EDD, Labor Commissioner, or plaintiff’s lawyers if challenged.

• Bulletproof Independent Contractor Agreements Custom-drafted contracts with required AB 5 language, scope-of-work limits, no-control clauses, and termination provisions that actually hold up in court.

• Conversion Guidance (if needed) Safe strategies to reclassify high-risk workers as W-2 employees without triggering retaliation claims.

• Defense Preparation Documentation protocols so you’re ready if the EDD audits or a worker files a claim.

Why Businesses Choose LOEAB

• We’ve saved clients millions by fixing misclassification issues early — before lawsuits or audits hit

• Flat-fee pricing — know exactly what it costs upfront

• Fast turnaround — most audits and new agreements delivered in 7–10 business days

• Proven track record defending (and preventing) wage & hour claims across California

One misclassified worker can easily cost $100,000–$500,000+ in penalties and fees. Schedule your free confidential Independent Contractor Risk Audit today with a zero obligation consultation.