283-A:1 Definitions. –
In this chapter:
I. "Hiring party" means any individual or business that contracts for the performance of services by an independent contractor.
II. "Independent contractor" means a person who qualifies as such under RSA 275:42, II, or applicable common law tests, who is free from control or direction over the performance of services.
III. "Portable benefit account" means an account owned and controlled by an independent contractor, who may allocate funds to pay for portable benefits such as health insurance, non-state unemployment insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, or retirement benefits, or other related expenses.
IV. "Provider" means a bank, financial institution, investment management firm, or other legal entity.