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Does anyone have a contract form such that can be used for subcontracting chair massage therapists? I just don't want to reinvent the wheel or pay someone else to do it if I don't have to.
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Permalink Reply by Choice Kinchen on
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I've never used a contract. The therapists I use are ones that have worked with me many many times over the years. If I have to hire someone new, I have an interview with them...let them know what I expect. I tell them exactly what will get them on a "never hire again" list and let them ask questions of me. I like to think my way works for me. I've only had a coupla therapists not work out over the years. But, in short answer to your question...no I don't have a contract form.
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Permalink Reply by Daniel Cohen on
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I have no contract form either, although I employ independent contractors for chair massage. I do keep copies of licenses, w-9 (and file 1099s) and insurance as proof of their work status I follow federal and state laws regarding independent contractors uniformly which makes me compliant. I have found in my HR management career that less paper work while meeting compliance is a good rule. In over 15 labor board and EEOC hearings I never lost a case except for one in which the General Manager forced me to write a letter that resulted in a large settlement over the wording. If you are not an attorney or don't have a good one, keep it simple is my humble opinion.
Be aware that, if you set certain requirements for independent contractors which limit beyond the tax laws their independence, you might be required to make them employees entitled to OT, WC, and other wage and hour laws of your state.
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Good answer Daniel. I do the same thing in regards to license copies, 1099's etc.
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Permalink Reply by Relax & Rejuvenate on
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Don't forget to get copies of Cetificates of Worker's Comp insurance, especially if you are conducting chair massage events at another companies location. Their risk management policies are pretty standard for all vendors in terms of insurance coverage needs.
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WC rules differ greatly state to state. Here in California a self employed independent contactor with no other employees of their own while required to have WC is not actually able to obtain WC. Because of this recent court rulings in California make Independent Contractors covered by the WC of the business who they are working for. When the insurance audits payroll they check pay to Independent Contractors in California as well as employees. But actual claims would be a long court battle. Usually injury at a worksite for Independent Contractors is claimed against the individual's health insurance or the properties liability insurance.
At least that is how it works in California.
If you use employees or independent contractors know your state's wage and hour laws as well as the federal.
Relax & Rejuvenate said:Don't forget to get copies of Cetificates of Worker's Comp insurance, especially if you are conducting chair massage events at another companies location. Their risk management policies are pretty standard for all vendors in terms of insurance coverage needs.
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We have been doing busienss in CA for 5 years.
Actually, the self employed can obtain WC insurance if they choose to. An individual's health insurance does not cover your lost income, which WC is mostly about, since there are many workplace injuries that do not require extensive medical care, but can keep you out of work for long stretches at a time, particularly for MTs. A sprained wrist is covered in an $70 office visit, but can erase your income for a month, for instance.
Also, if anyone who is self employed, such as Janet the poster, uses ICs, as you stated, she is responsible for their WC coverage when working for her. So if the self-employed could not get WC coverage, then they would be violating CA law by using other SE ICs who lack coverage as well.
Daniel Cohen said:WC rules differ greatly state to state. Here in California a self employed independent contactor with no other employees of their own while required to have WC is not actually able to obtain WC. Because of this recent court rulings in California make Independent Contractors covered by the WC of the business who they are working for. When the insurance audits payroll they check pay to Independent Contractors in California as well as employees. But actual claims would be a long court battle. Usually injury at a worksite for Independent Contractors is claimed against the individual's health insurance or the properties liability insurance.
At least that is how it works in California.
If you use employees or independent contractors know your state's wage and hour laws as well as the federal.
Relax & Rejuvenate said:
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Which insurance underwriter did you find to issue individual WC. Do you mind sharing the rate used?
Relax & Rejuvenate said:We have been doing busienss in CA for 5 years.
Actually, the self employed can obtain WC insurance if they choose to. An individual's health insurance does not cover your lost income, which WC is mostly about, since there are many workplace injuries that do not require extensive medical care, but can keep you out of work for long stretches at a time, particularly for MTs. A sprained wrist is covered in an $70 office visit, but can erase your income for a month, for instance.
Also, if anyone who is self employed, such as Janet the poster, uses ICs, as you stated, she is responsible for their WC coverage when working for her. So if the self-employed could not get WC coverage, then they would be violating CA law by using other SE ICs who lack coverage as well.
Daniel Cohen said:WC rules differ greatly state to state. Here in California a self employed independent contactor with no other employees of their own while required to have WC is not actually able to obtain WC. Because of this recent court rulings in California make Independent Contractors covered by the WC of the business who they are working for. When the insurance audits payroll they check pay to Independent Contractors in California as well as employees. But actual claims would be a long court battle. Usually injury at a worksite for Independent Contractors is claimed against the individual's health insurance or the properties liability insurance.
At least that is how it works in California.
If you use employees or independent contractors know your state's wage and hour laws as well as the federal.
Relax & Rejuvenate said:
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Permalink Reply by Julie Onofrio on
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There's a few forms on http://sohnen-moe.com/forms.php Cherie Sohnen-Moe's website
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