A person who engages an independent contractor may control the method and manner used by the contractor to perform the job.

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One of the key factors in distinguishing an independent contractor from an employee is that the person who hires the contractor generally cannot control the method and manner in which the job is performed. If the person hiring the contractor exerts too much control over the work being done, the independent contractor may actually be considered an employee under the law.

A Person Who Engages an Independent Contractor May Control the Method