Ann L. asked

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I hired a home health care aide for my father. She visits roughly once a week but not less than once every two weeks, for 2 hours each visit. Her tasks include arranging medication, providing transportation to doctor's appointments, basic housekeeping, and companionship. There is no set schedule, and she uses her own car and tools without mileage reimbursement. I need to understand if I need to get worker's compensation insurance because if she is considered an employee and I pay her more than $1000/year in Maryland, I do. If she's an independent contractor or a casual domestic employee, I don't. Which category does she fall under?

October 22nd, 2023

Paul B. answered

Based on the description, the home health care aide is likely an independent contractor. The key dis...

October 22nd, 2023

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