Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards
IRC Section 1706: Internal Revenue Code section governing worker classification and tax treatment of technical service workers
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring verification of employment eligibility for all workers
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal law establishing workplace safety and health standards
IRS Worker Classification Guidelines: Federal guidelines determining independent contractor vs. employee status based on behavioral, financial, and relationship control factors
DOL Worker Classification Guidelines: Department of Labor guidelines for determining worker status under the economic reality test
State Labor Codes: State-specific employment laws and regulations that may affect subcontractor relationships
State Workers' Compensation Requirements: State-specific insurance requirements for workplace injuries and illnesses
State Unemployment Insurance Regulations: State-specific requirements for unemployment insurance coverage
State Independent Contractor Tests: State-specific criteria for determining independent contractor status (e.g., ABC test, common law test)
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized requirements based on the industry sector (construction, professional services, etc.)
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized set of laws governing commercial transactions
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory and recommended insurance coverage including workers' compensation, general liability, and professional liability
Privacy Laws: Federal and state requirements for protecting confidential information and data privacy
Tax Reporting Requirements: IRS Form W-9 collection and 1099 reporting obligations for payments to independent contractors
