A Kentucky independent contractor agreement is a legally binding contract between a contractor and their client that involves services rendered by the contractor in exchange for financial compensation. The agreement covers provisions such as type of services, payment, completion date, expenses, and termination.

Having a written agreement in place ensures both parties hold up their end of the transaction, and it also illustrates that the contractor is not the client’s employee. Being an independent contractor means being responsible for a number of things that an employer would otherwise take care of such as business permits, liability insurance, and employment taxes.