The plaintiff, Deborah Fisher, brought a summary trial action against Group Five Inc. and Thom Hirtz for wrongful dismissal.
The primary issue was whether Fisher was an employee, dependent contractor, or independent contractor.
The court found Fisher to be an independent contractor, dismissing her claim for wrongful dismissal damages but granting her an uncontested claim for unpaid work.
The court also provided a hypothetical assessment of notice period and mitigation had she been found an employee or dependent contractor.
