Before any services are performed you must have a written contract
The independent contractor agreement should stipulate the rights and obligations of the service provider and recipient of the services. It must also be dated and signed by the appropriate parties. Independent contractors are self-employed persons who promote their services to the public. Generally, they will control when and how their work is done and provide their own equipment and supplies.

Independent Contractor

Misclassification of Workers
Intentionally misclassifying workers as independent contractors will cause stiff penalties. An employment audit can easily shut down even the most well-established business. Therefore, it is imperative to take all necessary steps to establish an independent contractor relationship. This means not only having an independent contractor agreement but also having the independent contractor establish a separate corporation. Having the independent contractor agreement between two corporations will strengthen the relationship and possibly help avoid penalties.

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