My question involves labor and employment law for the state of: California/Texas
Hello, I'm wondering if anyone will have any input on this.
I was hired by a Texas based employment agency to do contract work in California. I quit with short notice three weeks after starting work, and am now being sued for damages arising from breach of contract to the tune of $25,000.
Some important points:
1. In the agreement I signed I am described as an independent contractor, but my the work I performed fits under employee classification under California, Texas, and Federal law.
2. The employment agency is withholding my wages.
3. The employment agency has a forfeited corporate status in California
4. The contract contains a venue of litigation clause specifying Texas as the venue of litigation.
Is there a way to claim that California has jurisdiction over this suit regardless of what the contract states or to invalidate the contract?
Any input is greatly appreciated.

