As this case illustrates, independent contractor agreements can be relevant, but they're not everything. Personal preference — whether a business' or a worker's — cannot dictate classification.

What is the legal definition of an independent contractor? “A person or business which performs services for another person or entity under a contract between them, with the terms spelled out such as ...

Self-employment taxes can add up for independent contractors, but tax deductions are a welcome perk. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

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