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Vertalis Business Law Glossary

People & Work

Independent Contractor

By Tim Nichols

In plain English

A person or business engaged to provide services while operating independently, rather than as an employee under the applicable legal test. A contract label, invoice, or tax form alone does not establish that status. Tax, unemployment, wage, and other laws may apply different classification standards.

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