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independent contractor question

I'm one of several independent contractor massage therapists who works with a company. The owner of this company holds periodic meetings. Can an independent contractor be required to attend a voluntary meeting? What can an independent contractor do if the owner of the company gives an ultimatum of 'attend the meeting or lose your regular shift and be demoted to substitute status'?


Asked on 7/25/07, 5:16 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Johm Smith tom's

Re: independent contractor question

All you can do is attend the meetings; that appears to be a condition for your continued contracting arrangement.

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Answered on 7/25/07, 8:42 pm
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: independent contractor question

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Certain reasonable requirement can be placed on your continued services as an independent contractor. It is not unreasonable to ask contractors to attend meetings. If you do not like the ulitmatum, then you can choose to end your relationship, the same as the other party can.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 7/25/07, 10:43 pm


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