Complaint Investigation Report

194700636-2-23-2026-47-HC-SDUU-DTDN8R-20260422101446

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

HOME CARE SERVICES , 744 P STREET, MS 09-14-90

This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on

02/19/2026 and conducted by Evaluator Jane Cong-Huyen

COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 47-HC-20260219064521

Home Care Organization is utilizing 1099, independent contractors

On 2/24/26, Home Care Services Branch Enforcement Analyst (EA), Jane Cong-Huyen conducted an investigation visit regarding the above complaint allegation. Upon arrival, EA met with the licensee, Amir Jordan Esmail.

During today's complaint visit, EA Cong-Huyen, conducted interviews and reviewed staff files. EA learned that the HCO provided an option to the staff to either work under W2 or 1099 as a contractor. EA also learned that approximatly half of the inactive or active staff are/were working under 1099.

Based on interviews and file reviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Health and Safety Code, Division 2, Chapter 13, Section 1796.42 (b) is being cited on the attached LIC9099D.

EA concluded the visit with an exit interview and provided a copy of this report along with appeal rights to the licensee, Amir Jordan Esmail.