The state of performing incomplete or poor quality work for pay. For example, suppose a video editor is hired to produce five 10-minute videos. If the client receives four two-minute videos, the video editor may be non-compliant with regard to the contract. Non-compliance may be actionable.
Definition. An employee who works under contract for an employer. A contract employee is hired for a specific job at a specific rate of pay. A contract employee does not become a regular addition to the staff and is not considered a permanent employee.
Fixed term contract employees are employed for a specific period of time or task. For example a 6 month contract where employment ends after 6 months. Fixed term employees are different to permanent employees who are employed on an ongoing basis until the employer or employee ends the employment relationship. Fixed term contract employees are usually full-time or part-time employees.