Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing contractor payments and reporting, particularly Section 1099 requirements for independent contractor compensation
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing wage, hour, and labor standards, relevant for ensuring proper contractor classification versus employee status
IRS 20-Factor Test: Federal guidelines providing 20 criteria to determine whether a worker should be classified as an independent contractor or employee
ABC Test: State-level test (prominent in California) using three factors to determine worker classification: control, business type, and independent trade
State Labor Codes: State-specific regulations governing working relationships, contractor rights, and employment classifications
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law requiring verification of work eligibility for all workers, including contractors
Copyright Act: Federal law governing intellectual property rights and ownership of work created during the contractor engagement
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing data protection and privacy requirements in contractor relationships
Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific requirements regarding insurance coverage and liability protection for contractors
State Contract Laws: State-specific regulations governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts must be in writing to be enforceable
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific requirements, licenses, and compliance standards applicable to contractors in particular fields
