Are Remote Workers Entitled to the Same Benefits as Onsite Employees?

Question: Are Remote Workers Entitled to the Same Benefits as Onsite Employees?

Answer:

You have to first know what type of employment status you are within the company. If you will be an employee, then you would receive the normal company offered benefits. If your status is independent contractor, then benefits are not normally offered. You can negotiate for certain benefits if you will be working as an independent contractor, but be aware the company may only be allowed to offer benefits to employees.

Make sure you are clear on what your status is before commencing any work. There have been occassions when an individual has thought they were considered an employee but later learned the company had considered them a contractor.

Some companies have also tried to change the status of workers once they became remote workers and this was not made clear until time came for the worker to claim benefits or other benefits. An employer should not change your employment status without your knowledge or consent.