Category: Employment Agreements

When a job offer is made, formalizing the terms of employment through a standard employment agreement is an essential step for both employers and employees. A well drafted employment agreement or offer letter outlines the general terms and conditions of employment, providing clarity and…

Most organizations with employees on their payroll negotiate contracts during the initial onboarding process. Workers agree to a specific role with a unique title and a compensation arrangement. Employers often work in certain restrictions on employee conduct, including prohibitions on certain forms…

Organizations decide to terminate employees for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, positions become redundant as a company expands or changes focus. Other times, the organization may have experienced a substantial reduction in demand that forces restructuring. Sometimes, businesses decide to terminate specific…

Running a company typically requires a lot of support. Business owners and executives often have to hire many people with the skills and educational training that they require. The right support can help a company grow more quickly and can reduce the…

This post continues a previous discussion concerning layoffs.  Many companies tend to layoff an employee when in fact, they should be electing termination. Confusing the two can lead to costly litigation and tarnish the image and reputation of the company to competitors and employees…

If an employee has the opportunity to negotiate her termination, she can bargain for a number of provisions to protect her rights, or to protect her ability to enforce them through a settlement agreement. The first section of this entry highlights provisions that…