Why it matters
Calling someone a contractor is not enough: what matters is how the work happens. The clause confirms they control how they work and handle their own taxes.
How it usually reads
Contractor is an independent contractor and controls how the Services are performed.
What fair looks like
- The contractor sets their own hours and tools.
- They can work for others, except direct competitors if agreed.
- They handle their own taxes and provide a W-9 or W-8BEN.