Question 3. One difficulty that can arise in the employment area is defining the status of a worker.

a.The CRA form RC4110 gives several factors used in deciding the workers employment status in Ontario. With reference to that form, name AND explain 4 of these factors.

b. Explain 1 reason (not including vicarious liability or tax reasons) why it is important to know the employment status of a worker.

c. Comment on the accuracy of this statement that an employer is responsible for all torts committed by his or her employee.

d. From the following scenario explain if A and B have been hired as employees or as independent contractors and give 3 reasons for your answer. Refer to the case study mentioned below.

(A and B are interior designers and have been hired by an Indian restaurant. It has been made clear to them that they should redesign the restaurant and finish the renovations by a set date. A price has been agreed. They have been told what colour of paint to use but A and B are to provide the paint and other materials necessary to complete the renovations. A and B work on a casual bases, they have no set hours of work, they can arrange for another person to substitute for them, they are under no obligation to only work for that restaurant and they are responsible for their own tax deductions.)

ANSWER ALL THESE QUESTIONS IN REFERENCE TO CHAPTER 6 - AGENCY AND EMPLOYMENT OF BUSINESS LAW BOOK 'LEGAL FUNDAMENTALS FOR CANADIAN BUSINESS- 4th EDITION"