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.
Contract employees are self-employed so they pay for their own taxes and benefits. A business takes care of taxes and may give benefits to direct hire employees. Direct hire employees help businesses provide efficient service for their customers. Contract employees work with businesses on overflow or outsourced work.