Employee vs. Independent Contractor

Employee vs. Independent Contractor

When asking if you are an employee or an independent contractor, some questions that should come to mind are: How are my responsibilities and duties dictated? Who provides the equipment I work with? Who controls the hours I work? Am I paid a regular wage and receive employee benefits?

Misclassification of employment status may be an innocent mistake by the parties involved, or a conscious decision made by an employer to avoid certain costs and responsibilities as legislated by the Employment Standards Act or Code. In either case, the penalty for making the wrong distinction can lead to big problems for both employer and employee.

Contact Buttar Law for legal guidance to determine if you are an employee or an independent contractor. Buttar Law can assist in analyzing your situation and deciding between the courses of action, whether it is as simple as representing you in a meeting with your employer, or the pros and cons of submitting a claim.