*** This is a VERY VERY important assignment. It not only counts for 25% of my grade, but it is a benchmark assignment that gets sent up to the university to asses my progress in the business course. I need the references to be from US based websites, so that they can be checked. Please hit all three key bullet points. Each bullet point should have a heading in the paper, as consistent with APA 6th Ed. ***

Purpose of Assignment

The purpose of this assignment is to discuss the elements of the different types of employment relationships and to analyze the ethics behind potentially discriminatory employment policies.

Assignment Steps

Scenario: An employee is hired by Dream Massage to be a massage therapist. She is hired as an independent contractor and, therefore, receives no tax withholding or employment benefits. Dream Massage requires the employee to work a set schedule, provides her clients and all her massage products, and exercises complete control over how she does her work. In addition, when the employee shows up to work the first day, she is informed by her employer she cannot wear her hijab as it violates the company’s dress policy.

Create a 700- to 1,050-word report in which you examine the employment issues presented in the scenario, including the following:

• Analyze whether the employee qualifies as an employee or independent contractor.
• Discuss whether Dream Massage has potentially violated any employment discrimination laws.
• Analyze the ethical considerations behind maintaining a rigid company dress policy.

Cite a minimum of three references.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.