It should not be cited or relied upon as legal authority.
State laws vary and no attempt is made to discuss laws of states other than Oklahoma.
For advice about how these issues might apply to your individual situation, consult an attorney. The basic difference between an employee and an independent contractor is the amount of control the employer has over the person performing the work. If the employer has the right to instruct the worker in how a task is to be performed, then the worker would be classified as an employee. Please note that it is not necessary for the employer to exercise the right, they need only possess it. An employee is usually subject to the employer's instructions about how, when, and where to work.