In Donaldsonville, Louisiana, an employment contract is agreement between an employer and employee which legally binds them to conditions stated in the work relationship. Many Louisiana employment contracts can be negotiable since both parties benefit from a suitable agreement that is unique to their circumstances. An employment contract for a set period provides the employee with a guarantee of job security if the conditions are met, and it further allows employers some measure of direct control over employee productivity.

Common Terms in Louisiana Employment Contracts

An employment contract in Louisiana will typically provide for the following terms: job position description, compensation, duration of employment period (or at-will), and grounds for promotion/termination. Some clauses are less common but still worthy of being noted. First, the contract may contain an arbitration clause which requires that parties forgo going to court over an employment dispute.

Also, a severance clause or "termination clause" outlines the process for ending the employment. Courts have held employers liable for wrongful termination when violating such clauses. Thirdly, clauses covering confidentiality and non-compete clauses subject all information completed or obtained by employees to certain rules.

How Can a Donaldsonville Lawyer Help?

An Donaldsonville attorney specializing in Louisiana employment law may help you to understand what a given employment contract contains. You can also obtain counsel from an attorney as to what is fair in a contract. They can also negotiate terms for you with regards to concerns with entering or terminating employment.