Georgia Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Explain the Difference Between an Employee and an Independent Contractor
One of the most important things when it comes to a Georgia workers’ compensation claim is the status of the injured or ill worker at the time the workplace injury or illness occurred. This is often a disputed matter, as some workers are considered “employees,” while other workers are considered “independent contractors.” While an employee’s work status may not seem that important when both an employee and independent contractor may be performing the exact same job duties for the same employer, this distinction is extremely important if an injured or ill worker wants to pursue workers’ compensation benefits.