No, I-9 is required only for employees—independent contractors are not subject to I-9 verification because they are not considered employees under federal immigration law. The business relationship with an independent contractor is governed by contract terms, not employment law, meaning the contractor maintains control over how work is performed, provides their own tools and equipment, sets their own schedule, works for multiple clients, and bears the financial risk of the engagement. However, misclassifying employees as contractors to avoid I-9 creates major liability because ICE, the Department of Labor, IRS, and state agencies scrutinize worker classification, and intentional misclassification to evade employment eligibility verification constitutes a serious violation potentially resulting in back taxes, penalties, criminal prosecution, and fines far exceeding standard I-9 violations.

Recent enforcement focuses heavily on gig economy worker classification, with federal and state regulators targeting rideshare companies, delivery services, staffing platforms, construction subcontractors, and healthcare agencies that misclassify employees as independent contractors. The test for worker classification examines multiple factors: degree of control over work performance (employer-controlled = employee), integration into business operations (integral role = employee), opportunity for profit or loss (fixed pay = employee), investment in equipment and facilities (employer-provided = employee), permanency of relationship (ongoing = employee), and skill/initiative required (routine tasks = employee). Companies that systematically misclassify workers face joint employer liability where both the company and the misclassified "contractor" arrangement can trigger penalties, while individual cases of good-faith misclassification still require I-9 correction once employee status is established.

Lake Mead Mobile Notary provides I-9 verification services for properly classified employees throughout Henderson, Las Vegas, and Clark County, ensuring compliant employment eligibility verification for your workforce. We also help businesses transitioning contractors to employee status by completing I-9 verification within the required 3-day window from the first day of employment. For companies using both employees and legitimate independent contractors, our mobile notaries can verify which workers require I-9 completion based on the business relationship structure, reducing the risk of inadvertent classification errors. This service is especially valuable for construction firms, healthcare providers, and professional services companies in Rancho Bel Air and surrounding areas that maintain mixed workforces of employees and genuine independent contractors.

An SV0001 SV0002 Business Verification confirms operating location and simple activity with lender aligned photos. Standard frames include front, side, and rear exteriors, address confirmation on building or mailbox, monument and facade signage, posted hours, suite markers, and parking or access points. If permitted, interior photos of public areas and active work spaces are added through Interior and Exterior Property Inspection. When a quick exterior proof is sufficient, use Exterior Only Property Inspection. Presence questions can be supported with Occupancy Verification. Financing tied to rolling stock or equipment can add Vehicle Collateral Inspection. Coverage includes Sunrise Mountain, Anthem Estates, the UNLV Campus Area, North Las Vegas Airport, Sun City Summerlin, Del Webb Las Vegas, Water Street District, and Seven Hills. Photos are time stamped and delivered in lender ready order with a secure link.

For offices in the Water Street District, typical arrival is 2 to 4 hours and most signings complete the same day when IDs and any required witnesses are ready. This supports loan documents, bank forms, and real estate closing packets. Request witness coordination when you book.