26 February, 2016

Difference between Agent and Independent Contractor

An agent and an independent Contractor can be distinguished as follows:-
Agent
Servant
1.      An agent is liable to act in the matter of the agency.


2. An agent is subject to the lawful instruction and control of his principal.
1. An independent contractor merely undertakes to perform certain specified work.                                        
2.  An independent contractor is independent in the manner and means of performance of the work.


Courtesy:- Legal Point Foundation

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