Taylor Performs Services for Jonathan on a Regular Basis

question 58

Essay

Taylor performs services for Jonathan on a regular basis. There exists considerable doubt as to whether Taylor is an employee or an independent contractor.
a. What can Jonathan do to clarify the matter?
b. Suppose that Jonathan treats Taylor as an independent contractor but Taylor thinks she is an employee. What is Taylor's recourse, if any?

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