1. Through Internet research, review the 20-Factor Test that courts and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) use to determine whether an individual is an employee or an independent contractor.

2. Make up a hypothetical scenario involving the question of whether an individual is an employee or an independent contractor.

3. In a one- to two-page paper, describe your hypothetical scenario. Apply the 20-Factor Test and issue a determination as to whether the person is an employee or an independent contractor.

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1 Independent contractors by definition are selfemployed and because they are not employees independent contractors are not covered by employment labor and related tax laws Employers may be tempted to ... View the full answer