Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations, particularly Section 1099 requirements for independent contractor payments and reporting
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing wage and hour standards, important for distinguishing contractors from employees
IRS 20-Factor Test: Guidelines established by the IRS to determine whether a worker should be classified as an independent contractor or employee
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law requiring verification of workers' legal right to work in the United States
State Labor Codes: State-specific regulations governing employment relationships and contractor classifications, including specific tests like California's ABC test
Copyright Act: Federal law governing intellectual property rights and ownership of created works, crucial for contractor agreements involving creative or technical work
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions and contracts
State Insurance Requirements: State-specific regulations regarding required insurance coverage for independent contractors
OSHA Regulations: Federal and state safety standards that may apply to contractor work environments and practices
Civil Rights Act: Federal anti-discrimination laws that may apply to contractor relationships
Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled individuals, which may apply to contractor relationships
Prompt Payment Acts: Federal and state laws governing timing and terms of payments to contractors
State Data Protection Laws: State-specific regulations regarding data privacy and protection that may affect contractor obligations and responsibilities
Trade Secret Laws: Federal and state protections for confidential business information, essential for contractor agreements involving sensitive information
Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific requirements regarding injury coverage and insurance for independent contractors
