Common use of Scope of Relationship Clause in Contracts

Scope of Relationship. The relationship between the Company and Consultant shall be that of independent contractors. Neither Party is a partner, joint-venture, agent, employee or legal representative of the other, nor has either Party the authority to assume or create any obligation on behalf of the other, to bind the other or to represent itself as such to any third party. Consultant shall bear all social benefits required under any applicable law and shall not receive nor be entitled to overtime pay, insurance, severance payments or similar fringe or employment benefits from the Company.