In Lafayette Parish, 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. Employees with an employment contract specified a time of employment are provided with a guarantee of job security if conditions of the contract are met, and it allows their managers to have some form of control over productivity.

Common Terms in Louisiana Employment Contracts

Terms that are included in the majority of employment contracts in Louisiana include the job description, salary or wages, length of employment (or if it at will) and grounds for termination or advancement. Other clauses that are less common may also be included in the contract. These might include: first, an arbitration clause stating that the parties may not sue should a dispute arise regarding the employment

Additionally, details for ending employment may be outlined in a severance or termination clause. Violations of a termination clause can cause the employer to be held liable for wrongful termination Furthermore, information or work that is obtained or completed by an employee may be subject to confidentiality and non-compete clauses.

How Can a Lafayette Parish Lawyer Help?

An Lafayette Parish attorney specializing in Louisiana employment law may help you to understand what a given employment contract contains. You may also get advice from a lawyer about fairness in the contract terms, and they will negotiate particular clauses that will meet your needs in beginning or ending employment.