California · Labor Code

LAB §1772: Workers employed by contractors or subcontractors in the execution of any contract for public work are deemed to be employed upon public work.

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Workers employed by contractors or subcontractors performing public work contracts are legally considered public work employees.

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Workers employed by contractors or subcontractors in the execution of any contract for public work are deemed to be employed upon public work.

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