Discrimination and Harassment of Independent Contractors: FAQs Added and Employment Law Manual Updated
Author: Beth P. Zoller, XpertHR Legal Editor
XpertHR's content regarding discrimination and harassment with respect to independent contractors has been enhanced.
The following FAQs have been added:
- May an independent contractor have a claim for discrimination or harassment against an employer?
- May an employer be liable for discrimination or harassment by an independent contractor?
- What factors should be taken into account when evaluating whether an individual is a contractor or employee?
- Should an employer provide antidiscrimination and antiharassment training to independent contractors?
Additionally, content has been enhanced in the EEO - Discrimination and EEO - Harassment sections of the Employment Law Manual.