What classification can some workers who perform episodic assignments legally have, despite fitting the work arrangement definition of gig work?

Answer

Short-term W-2 employees (temps)

Some workers performing short-term, episodic assignments might legally be classified as short-term W-2 employees, often referred to as temporary workers or 'temps'.

What classification can some workers who perform episodic assignments legally have, despite fitting the work arrangement definition of gig work?
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