Employee Status
/ˈɛm.plɔɪ.i ˈsteɪ.təs/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal classification determining whether an individual is an employee under labor, tax, and employment law, affecting rights and obligations.
The determination of employee status affects eligibility for benefits such as unemployment insurance.
Forms
- employee status
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Commentary
Employee status is crucial for defining rights and liabilities; courts and agencies often apply multi-factor tests to distinguish employees from independent contractors.
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