Common use of Direction and Control Clause in Contracts

Direction and Control. PROVIDER agrees that PROVIDER will perform the Services under this Agreement as an independent contractor and not as an agent, employee, or servant of the CLIENT. The parties agree that PROVIDER is not entitled to any benefits or rights enjoyed by employees of the CLIENT. PROVIDER specifically has the right to direct and control PROVIDER’s own activities in providing the agreed upon Services in accordance with the specifications set out in this Agreement. The CLIENT shall only have the right to ensure performance. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to render the parties partners or joint ventures.