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Independent Contractor Agreement.

Independent Contractor Agreement covering scope, payment, IP assignment, confidentiality, and classification language.

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When to use

Right for these situations.

When to use
Hiring a contractor for project work

Clear written terms.

When to use
A consultant is providing services

MSA-style agreement.

When to use
Specialty freelancers

Project-based work.

When to use
Want IP and confidentiality protection

Through IP assignment and NDA.

Common mistakes

What to avoid.

Mistake
Misclassifying employees as contractors

Classification depends on relationship, not label.

Mistake
No IP assignment

Contractor work may not be work-for-hire.

Mistake
Vague scope

Be specific.

Mistake
No termination provisions

Avoids disputes.

FAQ

Common questions.

When to use vs Employment Agreement?
ICA for true contractors; Employment for employees.
Does signing make someone a contractor?
No. Actual relationship controls.
Do I issue 1099?
For contractors paid $600+ in a year, yes.
IP assignment critical?
Yes. Without it, you may not own the work.

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