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Welcome to CFICF

A voice for independent contractors who want to stay that way.

If you are one of the millions of Americans who enjoy being an independent contractor, watch out. Your business is under attack. New federal and state laws are aimed at making it illegal for companies to use your services. Unions have joined in, using the courts to order companies to convert independent contractors to employees.

They are big, well-organized and well-funded. Independent contractors – small, independent businesses – are not, making an easy target. That’s where we come in – the Coalition for Independent Contractor Freedom.

ICs Speak Out

Click on the images or links below to see videos of ICs discussing their hopes & concerns. Technology / Nursing / Construction / Transportation

Transportation:
Mike Neill

Technology:
Richard Kent

At Risk

How your industry is affected

Your industry is under attack
Learn specifics about how your industry is affected as well as news and updates and resources for you to use to fight back.

Transportation Professionals

Despite the rising cost of diesel and a slowing economy, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports strong demand for transportation ( read more...

Healthcare Professionals

As an independent contractor in healthcare, you are part of a very large – and growing – group of professionals. Our site read more...

Construction Professionals

As an independent contractor in construction, you are part of a very large – and growing – group of professionals. According to read more...

Foodservice Professionals

Restaurant owners and operators, foodservice distributors and manufacturers rely every day on both employees and Independent contractors to profitably grow read more...

Technology Professionals

As an independent contractor in technology/telecom, you are part of a very large – and growing – group of professionals. According read more...

Other Independent Contractors

Our site is here to give you a voice and keep you informed on the issues that threaten your ability read more...

Stories

Fellow contractors share their stories in print and video

Independent Contractors vs Employees
by: Favila on: December 11, 2009
Massage Therapists IC Freedom Challenged By State of California
by: GraceJameel on: November 1, 2009
Massage Therapists IC Freedom Challenged By State of California
by: GraceJameel on: November 1, 2009

Your experiences can help us better understand and express the independent contractor's voice. Take a moment and tell us your story.

Recent Forum Topics

The five most recent topics in our forums

	"Freelancing: 7 Keys to Success" from the Boston Globe ^{March 2, 2010 - 1:19 pm} Posted by TCUFly in Tips and Advice
	CFICF E-Newsletter: Freelancers face forced conversion to employee status ^{January 29, 2010 - 12:30 pm} Posted by admin in General Discussion
	CFICF E-Newsletter: Sen. Kerry launches new threat to Independent Contractors ^{December 22, 2009 - 2:34 pm} Posted by admin in General Discussion
	Independent Contractors vs Employees ^{December 11, 2009 - 6:55 pm} Posted by Favila in Our Stories
	CFICF E-Newsletter: Government should be turning to - not against - independent contractors ^{December 11, 2009 - 12:27 pm} Posted by admin in General Discussion

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News & Updates

Keep your eyes on this area for CFICF News and Updates

New legislation threatens independent broker-dealers
Dateline: February 11, 2010, Ruthie Ackerman, BankInvestmentConsultant.com Could New Legislation Hamper Independent Advisors? By Ruthie Ackerman February 11, 2010 The business model for independent brokerage firms is under ...

CFICF E-Newsletter: Freelancers face forced conversion to employee status
Dateline: January 29, 2010, CFICF E-Newsletter Be sure to read the latest CFICF e-newsletter, "Freelancers face forced conversion to employee status" (full copy is below). If you're ...

Independent Contractors win one in California
Dateline: January 27, 2010, PRNewswire.com Federal Court Dismisses All California Wage and Hour Claims From Proposed Class Action Lawsuit, SuperShuttle Commends Judge's Decision PHOENIX, Jan. 27 /PRNewswire/ ...