Differences between Contractors and Employees in Los Angeles
Independent contractors are referred to as “independent” for a reason. Though an employer may make certain requests for the results of the contractor’s work, they are ultimately responsible only to themselves. In contrast, employers exercise much more control over workers classified as employees, such as the hours to work, which tools to use and how the job is done. There are many differences between an independent contractor and an employee. Some of the markers of an independent contracting job include:
- You are paid by the job, not hourly.
- You have control over your work hours, not the employer.
- Your work is part of a one-time task, not an ongoing process.
- You use your own equipment, materials and tools for the job.
- Your job requires specific skills and expertise.
For help determining how you should be classified and what your employer may be classifying you as, talk to our Los Angeles employee misclassification lawyer as soon as possible. Your employer may be limiting your benefits and wages by using an incorrect employee classification.
