Title says it all.
I was an independent contractor who was doing the job of an employee for nearly a year. When I brought up the fact that I believed I was misclassified, I was let go with no notice, which in my state, qualifies as retaliation. There were multiple other violations of labor law based on my employment.
The money I got was not life changing. Most of it went to the fucking lawyer and the IRS. But I am still glad I stood my ground and sued their asses. This wasn't the first time I had been misclassified by an employer, just the first time I fought back.
If you are thinking of doing the same, I suggest you document the shit out of everything, don't speak to other employees about your plans, and if you can't afford to pay for a lawyer outright, find a good lawyer who will take your case on contingency. They are out there. Took a few months to reach a settlement.
More of these companies who are knowingly using their independent contractors as employees should be sued. If you believe you are misclassified, research the labor laws in your state and speak to a lawyer ASAP. You have rights.