The new independent contractors law could possibly affect your tax, occupational health and safety and other obligations.

• How do I determine my status?
  It is possible to be an employee for some work and a contractor for other work.

• What are my taxation obligations?
  As a contractor, you may have to pay tax at a different rate to employees.

• What are my employment entitlements?
  Find out what your entitlements are for superannuation, OH&S and workers compensation.

• How is my intellectual property affected?
  Although you may have contributed to or created material, products and ideas as a contractor, you may not be entitled to intellectual property ownership such as copyright.

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