I hereby authorize KAL Resources (application is for the company in the state the applicant lives) to thoroughly investigate my background, references, employment record and other matters related to my suitability for work as a Independent Affiliate. I authorize persons, schools, my current employer (if applicable), and previous employers and organizations contacted by KAL Resources to provide any relevant information regarding my current and/or previous employment and I release all persons, schools, employers of any and all claims for providing such information. I understand that misrepresentation or omission of facts may result in rejection of this application, or if hired, discipline up to and including contract cancellation. I understand that I may be required to sign a confidentiality and/or non-compete agreement, should I become a Independent Affiliate for KAL Resources I understand that nothing contained in this application, or conveyed during any interview which may be granted, is intended to create an employment contract. I understand that filling out this form does not indicate there is a position open and does not obligate KAL Resources to hire me as a Independent Affiliate. (U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: I understand and agree that I am being hired as a Independent Affiliate only, which means that it is for no specified period and may be terminated by me or KAL Resources at any time without prior notice for any reason. KAL Resources will treat Independent Affiliate as an independent contractor for purposes of all tax laws (local, state and federal) and file forms consistent with that status. Contractor is solely responsible for paying any and all local, state, and/or federal income taxes, social security, unemployment, worker’s compensation and any other amounts required to be withheld and paid for its employees and any assistant, if applicable. KAL Resources will not withhold any taxes or prepare W-2 Forms for contractor, any assistant of contractor, or any employee of contractor, but will provide contractor with an IRS Form MISC-1099, for any amounts paid to contractor by KAL Resources. The 1099 reports Gross amounts paid. Pursuant to IRS Tax law contractor is responsible for "writing off" any expenses. Contractor is solely responsible for all expenses (and profits/losses) that contractor incurs in connection with performance of services.