Partner Event: Your Contractor Might Be an Employee—Here’s Why That Matters

Employee vs. Contractor: The Importance of Getting It Right

Before engaging someone as an independent contractor, it’s important for employers to consider whether the role truly fits that classification. Misclassifying a worker as a contractor, when they are actually an employee, can expose a business to significant legal and financial liabilities. That’s why it’s crucial to understand the differences between employees, dependent contractors, and independent contractors. Clearly defining the working relationship from the outset helps employers make informed decisions, prepare appropriate contracts, and minimize the risk of future disputes.

Join Zoriana Priadka in an informative webinar that will cover topics including:

• The legal test for distinguishing employees, dependent contractors, and independent contractors;
• How legal entitlements differ for each category of worker; and
• What can go wrong when a “contractor” turns out to be an employee—and how to avoid costly surprises.