How many contractors are ECONOMICALLY DEPENDENT on X?
Well better get ready for change because X is not gonna be giving us the heads up.
How many Harvard lawyers do you think it took to explain this one to old Fred?
The only way the contractor comes out ahead, do it your way from now on, eliminate all unpaid for services. Invoice them for every meeting, late dispatch, any delay, and any requests. Do it your way bro because there is no one they can rely on to take your place and get in line for the inevitable prize.