Employment Law Minute: Are you really an independent contractor?

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It’s a common situation, especially in an era of the so-called gig economy.

A company and a worker think they’ve entered into a relationship as an employer and independent contractor.

But that may not be how the courts see it.

In this episode of the Employment Law Minute, Ottawa employment lawyer Alex Lucifero – a partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP – explains when a contractor is actually an employee and also explains the consequences of misclassifying your workforce.

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Learn more by watching the video above. And if you’re experiencing an issue in the workplace, contact Samfiru Tumarkin LLP by emailing help@EmploymentLawMinute.ca or visit EmploymentLawMinute.ca.

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