A professional infographic illustrating a split choice. On the left side, an icon of a person in a suit with a briefcase labeled 'Employee (W-2)' surrounded by benefits like 'Health Insurance' and '401k'. On the right side, an icon of a person with a laptop at a cafe labeled 'Contractor (1099)' surrounded by concepts like 'Flexibility' and 'Tax Deductions'. The background is a clean, modern green and orange color scheme.

Employee vs Independent Contractor: The 3-Part Test Every Business Owner Must Know

  Employee or Independent Contractor? This is a critical question for any business owner. This guide breaks down the legal tests, the risks, and the surprising reasons why some workers prefer contractor status.   Have you ever been in this situation? You’re a small business owner ready to hire someone, and they ask, “Can you…