Ask How do you handle a client who insists on calling you an employee instead of a freelancer?

[Brendan]

Most freelancers know there is a real difference between being an employee and being an independent contractor, and that difference matters legally and financially. But some clients seem to ignore it, either because they do not understand or because it suits them to treat you like staff without the responsibilities that come with employment. It can put a freelancer in an awkward position, especially when the client starts making demands that go beyond what was agreed. Have you ever dealt with a client like this, and how did you handle it without making things worse?