Independent Contractor Contract Clause

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT CLAUSE

1. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

1.1 Nature of Relationship. The parties acknowledge and agree that the Contractor is providing services to the Company as an independent contractor and not as an employee, agent, joint venturer, or partner of the Company. The Company shall not provide the Contractor with any benefits, including but not limited to health insurance, retirement plans, disability insurance, or paid time off, which are typically afforded to employees of the Company.

1.2 Control and Methodology. The Contractor shall have the sole right to determine the method, details, and means of performing the services required under this Agreement. The Company shall be interested only in the final results of the work performed. The Contractor shall provide their own tools, equipment, and materials necessary to perform the services, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by the parties.

1.3 Taxes and Withholdings. The Contractor acknowledges that they are solely responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes, including self-employment taxes, arising from the compensation paid under this Agreement. The Company shall not withhold any taxes from such payments. The Contractor shall indemnify and hold the Company harmless from any and all claims, demands, losses, or liabilities (including interest and penalties) arising from the Contractor’s failure to pay such taxes.

1.4 Non-Exclusivity. The Contractor is free to perform services for other clients, provided that such services do not interfere with the Contractor’s obligations under this Agreement or violate any confidentiality or non-compete provisions set forth herein.

1.5 No Authority to Bind. The Contractor shall have no authority to enter into any contracts, make any representations, or otherwise bind the Company to any obligations or liabilities without the prior express written consent of the Company.

EXECUTION

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written below.

COMPANY:

Signature: ___________________________ Name: _______________________________ Title: ________________________________ Date: ________________________________

CONTRACTOR:

Signature: ___________________________ Name: _______________________________ Address: _____________________________ Date: ________________________________