Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage and hour requirements, including minimum wage, overtime pay, and record-keeping requirements that may affect final payments to subcontractors
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing the reporting of payments to independent contractors, including 1099 reporting requirements and tax withholding obligations
IRS Independent Contractor Classification Rules: Guidelines determining whether a worker is properly classified as an independent contractor versus an employee, crucial for proper separation documentation
Federal Civil Rights Acts: Laws prohibiting discrimination in business relationships, ensuring fair treatment in contract termination
State Labor Codes: State-specific regulations governing labor relations, payment requirements, and contractor relationships that vary by jurisdiction
State Independent Contractor Regulations: State-specific rules for classifying and managing independent contractor relationships, which may be stricter than federal standards
State Tax Requirements: State-specific tax obligations and reporting requirements related to subcontractor payments and separations
Common Law Contract Principles: Legal principles governing contract termination, including notice requirements and conditions for separation
Record Retention Requirements: Federal and state mandates for maintaining documentation related to subcontractor relationships and separations
OSHA Requirements: Workplace safety regulations that may need to be addressed in separation documentation, particularly for construction or hazardous work environments
Industry-Specific Licensing: Professional licensing and certification requirements that may need to be verified and documented during separation
Insurance Documentation: Requirements for maintaining and documenting insurance coverage during and after the subcontractor relationship
