Business Owner: You can use this form if you hire an independent contractor, not an employee. This agreement ensures all intellectual property created as part of the relationship is owned by you, the company, hiring the contractor.
**Disclaimer** This form does not guarantee the person you are hiring will be deemed an independent contractor by law. Independent contractor status is determined by the true nature of your relationship, and not what you label it. The factors that determine whether the person you hire is an independent contractor or employee also varies from state to state. Companies engaging independent contractors must ensure that the arrangement satisfies the requirements for independent contractor status under federal, state, and local law. Consult an attorney if you have questions about whether someone is your employee or an independent contractor.
How to Use this Form:
1) Download the Word Document (so that document can be edited).
2) Read through the ENTIRE AGREEMENT at least once before editing.
(Become familiar with the form and any documents you may need).
3) Revise the HIGHLIGHTED Information as needed.
4) Delete any NOTES that may be written in.
5) And last, confirm that ALL parties identified. Execute (Sign) the Agreement.
6) Keep a COPY of the Signed Agreement in your files.
