Independent Contractor vs. Employee

Determining whether one of your workers is an “independent contractor” or “employee” is very difficult, as there is no specific formula in Ontario.  However, getting it wrong can be even more costly for you a an employer, including Provincial Offence charges by the Ministry of Labour. 

Bune Law, Toronto employment lawyer, can assist you with this increasingly important issue by drafting independent contractor agreements, or defending your company against Provincial Offence charges if there is a dispute regarding your worker’s employment status. Call today.

For employers, misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor can be costly, time-consuming and may result in penalties and interest charges. An experienced employment lawyer can assist in navigating the complicated issue of determining whether a worker is an employee vs. independent contractor.

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Bune Law can assist in drafting independent contractor agreements, or employment contracts, and provide strategic advice on how to structure the relationship in order to avoid an employee vs. independent contractor misclassification.