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‘Love Is Blind’ Contestants Classified as Employees by National Labor Board

The Wrap
Story by Ross A. Lincoln
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Netflix's hit reality show 'Love Is Blind' under fire as NLRB says contestants should be classified as employees, not independent contractors.
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  • The NLRB alleges that 'Love Is Blind' contestants are entitled to minimum wage, overtime pay, and other protections due to the level of control the show exerts over them.
  • This ruling could set a precedent for reality TV competitions, forcing networks to rethink how they structure contestant contracts and compensation.
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National Labor Review Board, Netflix, 'Love Is Blind'
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