Bakery LLC hires Cora to sell the company's products in a certain area. The company agrees to pay Cora a salary, plus commission, for a trial period. They also agree that she can sell using any methods and during any hours that seem appropriate. The key factor in whether Cora is an employee is

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The key factor in determining whether Cora is an employee or an independent contractor is the degree of control that the employer, Bakery LLC, has over her work. If Bakery LLC has significant control over the details of Cora's work, such as the methods and hours she uses to sell the products, she is more likely to be considered an employee. The amount of salary, length of the trial period, and size of the sales area are not necessarily determinative factors in this analysis.

Bakery LLC Hires Cora to Sell the Company's Products in a Certain