Linda, is this the same as the other company you were asking about? You may want to check the website FAQs or your independent contractor agreement to find out their terms. Some companies don't pay for 60 to 90 days which would mean shops in December would not be due for payment until later this month or March.
Equal rights for others does not mean fewer rights for you. It's not pie.
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