Bibliograph

Working with independent contractors, Stephen Fishman, J.D

Type

Label

Working with independent contractors, Stephen Fishman, J.D

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Working with independent contractors

Oclc number

1137738005

Responsibility statement

Stephen Fishman, J.D

Summary

"This book is a complete guide to hiring and working with independent contractors for employers and businesses. Topics include: determining who qualifies as an independent contractor, how to avoid misclassifying workers, creating valid contracts and agreements, complying with state labor and antidiscrimination laws, assessing the risks of hiring freelancers and gig workers, safeguarding company intellectual property, protecting oneself if there's a legal dispute, and handling and settling an IRS audit"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Benefits and risks of working with independent contractors -- The Common Law (right to control) test -- How the IRS classifies workers -- IRS audits -- State payroll taxes -- Workers' compensation -- Health, safety, labor and antidiscrimination laws -- Intellectual property ownership -- Strategies for avoiding trouble when hiring IC's -- Procedures for working with independent contractors -- Independent contractor agreements -- Finding legal, financial, and other help beyond this book

Target audience

adult

Classification