Legal Question in Tax Law in Connecticut

Independant Contractor - W-2

Can we give independant contractors a w-2 instead and not have to offer them benefits?


Asked on 10/17/07, 4:49 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ronald Cappuccio Ronald J. Cappuccio, J.D., LL.M.(Tax)

Re: Independant Contractor - W-2

Giving an Independent Contract a W-2 makes them an EMPLOYEE. You MUST withhold Federal and State Taxes, and provide the benefits you give to other employees in similar circumstances.

Frankly, most businesses would prefer to operate with independent contractors rather than employees. The workforce also likes the additional deductions.

DO NOT DO THIS before you talk to your tax attorney.

I hope this helps!

Ron Cappuccio

http://TaxEsq.com

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Answered on 10/17/07, 10:16 pm


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