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Do's and Don'ts When Using Independent Contractors
In Brief
- Because of the potential for staggering tax and other liabilities, the decision whether to hire a worker as an employee or an independent contractor is a significant one.
- Companies and their counsel should periodically evaluate workers, their status, duties, and treatment to address major problems before there is a lawsuit, audit, or investigation.
- Such an evaluation should look at whether there is a written contract, whether similar workers are treated differently, whether tools and supplies are provided, and whether expenses are reimbursed, among others.
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