Employee vs. independent contractor: What employers need to know

There's more than one test to determine if an independent contractor is actually an employee, and getting it wrong can cost you more than back pay—it can cost you your freedom.

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Diane Faulkner

by Diane Faulkner

Diane is a writer, speaker, and human resource consultant with over 30 years of experience working in and covering em...

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Updated on: November 22, 2023 · 8 min read


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