The landscape of the modern workplace is constantly evolving from changes in laws to changes in how we work whether remotely or digitally. With these changes, the legal complexities that businesses must navigate are also evolving. One such challenge is the potential misclassification of employees as independent contractors and vice versa. While some view this issue as nothing more than an administrative oversight, the reality is such misclassification can have serious legal implications for businesses, including lawsuits and potentially significant monetary damages.
What Is The Difference Between Employees & Independent Contractors?
To understand the implications of misclassification of an employee as an independent contractor, it is first necessary to look at the differences between them. While there are nuances that come into play, the main thing which distinguishes an employee from an independent contractor is the degree of control an employer has over the individual’s work.
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