California Independent Contractor Agreement
Generate a comprehensive independent contractor agreement customized for California law, compliant with the California Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) — ABC Test.
No credit card needed to start
Governing Statute
California Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) — ABC Test
Why You Need One
An independent contractor agreement protects your business from worker misclassification claims in California, clearly defines IP ownership, and establishes the terms of the working relationship.
State Requirements
California contractor classification requirements
Key requirements for properly classifying independent contractors in California.
State Highlights
What makes California unique
Notable features of California's worker classification laws that may affect your contractor agreement.
AB5 imposes one of the strictest worker classification tests in the country — the ABC test presumes workers are employees unless all three prongs are satisfied
Non-compete agreements are virtually unenforceable under Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 16600
Proposition 22 created specific exemptions for gig economy workers
Misclassification penalties include back wages, benefits, penalties, and potential criminal liability
How it works
Three simple steps
Answer Questions
Fill out a guided questionnaire about your California contractor engagement, compensation, and terms.
AI Generates
Our AI creates a comprehensive contractor agreement compliant with California worker classification law.
Download & Review
Download as a Word document. Edit inline or in your preferred word processor.