Add Comment Question: I worked for a privately owned company for 15 years as an "independent contractor". I was terminated "without cause" and without warning. There was never a signed contract for my "employment". In order to get paid I signed a legal document (their's), which amounts to a "gag order". A recent court case ruling which was published in the newspaper, indicates that I was unfairly treated and very under-compensated. I never received any benefits from this company and because of many factors involving this employment, according to this court case, I was in fact a dependent contractor. Since I signed their document do I have any recourse? There are many details not included here. My last weeks of employment I was subjected to constructive dismissal, which I realized in hindsight. I hope you do not publish my inquiry as I am concerned about the document that I signed and ramifications of contacting legal counsel. Answer: We would need more information and to see the document you signed before providing you with legal advice. Please contact us at the number below for a consultation with a lawyer to discuss your employment situation. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.