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If the worker is self-employed, they will be hired as an independent contractor and be responsible for paying income tax for their self-employment income. Unlike independent contractors, employees are often entitled to benefits such as paid leave, vacation time, medical insurance, commissions, and bonuses.
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Types (2)
Independent Contractor Agreement – A work contract to be used when an independent contractor is hired by a client.
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Subcontractor Agreement – A work contract to be used when a subcontractor is hired to work on a larger contract.
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Laws
- Labor Statutes: Title XXIII (Labor)
- Definition of Employee: § 281-A:2(VI)
- Minimum Wage: Federal Min. Wage – $7.25/hr (§ 279:21, 29 U.S.C. § 206)
- Overtime: Federal min. wage: one and a half (1.5) times the standard rate (§ 279:21(2)(b), 29 U.S.C. § 207(a)(1)).
- Record Keeping: Employers must keep employee records for at least three (3) years. Employees must be given access to their record; employers may charge an access fee (§ 275:56, § 279:27).
At-Will Employment
Permitted? Yes. In New Hampshire, employers are permitted to terminate “at-will” employees at any time for any lawful reason. State and federal law prohibit firing employees for the following reasons.