Maryland Independent Contractor Agreement
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Maryland Legal Requirements
Key MD statutes and obligations that apply to your independent contractor agreement.
Requirements
- Maryland uses a multi-factor economic reality/right-of-control test for general worker classification
- For unemployment insurance purposes, Maryland applies an ABC test — a worker is presumed to be an employee unless all three prongs are met (Md. Lab. & Emp. §8-205)
- IRS Form 1099-NEC required for payments of $600 or more per year to unincorporated contractors
Restrictions & Limits
- Misclassifying employees as contractors exposes employers to Maryland workers' compensation liability, unemployment insurance assessments, and unpaid wage claims under the Maryland Wage Payment and Collection Law
- Construction industry: Maryland Home Improvement Commission licensing requirements apply to contractors performing home improvement work over $500
- Maryland contractors must obtain a Maryland trader's license if selling goods, and may owe Maryland sales tax on applicable transactions
Official Statute References
Primary Maryland statutes governing this document type.
Maryland Independent Contractor Agreement FAQ
Common questions about independent contractor agreements under Maryland law.
How does Maryland classify workers for unemployment insurance purposes?
Maryland uses an ABC test for unemployment insurance (Md. Lab. & Emp. §8-205). A worker is presumed to be an employee unless: (A) the worker is free from direction and control, (B) the service is performed outside the usual course of the business, and (C) the worker is customarily engaged in an independently established trade. Failing any prong means the worker is an employee for UI purposes.
What taxes do Maryland independent contractors owe?
Maryland independent contractors owe federal and Maryland state income tax on their net self-employment income. Maryland's income tax rate ranges from 2% to 5.75%, plus a county income tax (piggyback) typically between 2.25% and 3.2%. Quarterly estimated tax payments are required to avoid underpayment penalties.
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