I did some part time work for a Bitcoin mining operation moving computers. Long story short: my buddy who got me the job ended up getting fired, and once he was fired the owner told him he had to fill out a 1099 form, basically applying to be an independent contractor. He sent him a non-disclosure agreement, and told him he wouldn't be paid until signing those forms. My buddy was under the impression that he was an employee and not an independent contractor. The owner owes him $2,500, but told him he would settle for $1200 because my buddy took lunches and breaks when working. The owner owes me $250, but hasn't paid me in a month, and he seems to be ignoring my messages. What am I supposed to do? It seems like he's trying to avoid paying taxes for his employees.