The ‘Un-Employee’ Handbook: Maintaining Independent Contractor Status
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October 20, 2025
By Shari Lau
Finance and Budgeting Employee Benefits Employee Compensation Total Rewards

Knowing the Do’s and Don’ts

Total rewards professionals in the United States must ensure accurate worker classifications to meet Department of Labor (DOL) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requirements.

Utilize this article’s chart to understand the delineation between contractors and organizational employees and comply with related laws.

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