In terms of civil rights act coverage, who counts the staffing firm worker as an employee?

The correct answer is that both the staffing firm and the client count the staffing firm worker as an employee. This understanding stems from the nature of staffing arrangements, where the worker is under the direct control of the client while being employed by the staffing firm.

In the context of the Civil Rights Act, the definition of an employee encompasses those who work for an organization and are subject to its direction and control. Since staffing firms provide workers to clients, both entities hold responsibility for the employee’s rights. The staffing firm is responsible for payroll and benefits, while the client manages the worker’s day-to-day tasks and environment.

This dual relationship is critical to comprehend as it underscores the obligations of both entities under civil rights laws, ensuring that workers receive protections from discrimination and other workplace rights from both the staffing agency and the client company.