Unemployment for Self-Employed and Gig Workers in Rhode Island
Whether 1099 contractors, gig workers and the self-employed can collect unemployment in Rhode Island, and what misclassified workers can do.
Short answer: Whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee for Rhode Island unemployment purposes is decided using the same factors the Internal Revenue Service uses in its code and regulations. R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-42-7
| Self-employed, 1099 and gig workers | Whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee for Rhode Island unemployment purposes is decided using the same factors the Internal Revenue Service uses in its code and regulations. Source: R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-42-7 |
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Where to get help in Rhode Island
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FAQ
Can self-employed or gig workers get unemployment in Rhode Island?
Whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee for Rhode Island unemployment purposes is decided using the same factors the Internal Revenue Service uses in its code and regulations.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.