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The general rule is that an individual is an independent contractor if the payer has the right to control or direct only the result of the work and not what will be done and how it will be done.The earnings of a person who is working as an independent contractor are subject to self-employment tax.

Most independent contractor agreements include the following information at a minimum: Parties: The contract starts by listing all associated parties, like the independent contractor, the client or hiring company, and the contact information for each party.

For most types of projects you hire an independent contractor (IC) to do, the law does not require you to put anything in writing. You can meet with the IC, agree on the terms of your arrangement, and have an oral contract or agreement that is legally binding. Just because you can doesn't mean you should, however.

What Should Be in a Construction Contract?Identifying/Contact Information.Title and Description of the Project.Projected Timeline and Completion Date.Cost Estimate and Payment Schedule.Stop-Work Clause and Stop-Payment Clause.Act of God Clause.Change Order Agreement.Warranty.More items...

The general rule regarding independent contractors states that a person who hires an independent contractor cannot be held vicariously liable for the wrongdoing of the independent contractor.

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Both parties should sign the contract, and both should be bound by the terms and conditions spelled out in the agreement. In general that means the contractor will be obliged to provide specified materials and to perform certain services for you. In turn, you will be required to pay for those goods and that labor.