Does your business rely on freelancers, project workers and other “independent contractors” to get things done? Using contract workers has many benefits, but it can be fraught with risk: The IRS has strict rules that define who can be treated as a contractor (sometimes referred to as a “1099 employee”) and who should be considered an employee. When a company misclassifies an employee as an independent contractor, it can lead to significant legal and financial troubles.
This e-guide will give you the information you need to protect your business — and get it right.