There it is. You are a deeply experienced business principal who has worked long and hard to get where you now are, and the fruits of your labor are staring you in the face.To wit: Executives from an enterprise that you have long considered working for have just...
Employment Contracts
Michigan’s multi-factor test for evaluating noncompete agreements
We stress an immediately key point on our website at the established pro-worker firm of in Bloomfield Hills for managerial and other top-end employees of Michigan companies.Many of those individuals are presented with employers’...
Details to negotiate into your employment contract
Simply receiving an offer of employment is enough to put a smile on your face, while bringing some relief to your life. However, that doesn't necessarily mean you should sign the proposed contract and report to work.Upon review of your employment contract, it's...
Watch out for these employment contract red flags
When presented with an employment contract, you want nothing more than to give it a quick glance, sign on the dotted line and get started in your new position.While you hope that everything checks out, don't assume that the contract will suit your every requirement....
Points to discuss with HR before signing an employment contract
When you're presented with an employment contract, it's your job to thoroughly review it to ensure that you understand the terms and conditions. You should only sign it if you're 100 percent comfortable with the details, and fully understand the impact on your...
Do at-will employees have any job protections?
If you are one of the many Detroit area workers who are not protected by a union, you more than likely are an at-will employee. You may not even realize you are an at-will employee though. Only employees who have signed a specific employment contract (often upper...
There are many benefits of having an employment contract
While most employers understand the benefits of providing new hires with an employment contract, this doesn't necessarily hold true across the board. There will always be companies that want to skip this step for one reason or the next (all of which benefit them). As...
What happens if your employer breaches your employment contract?
As a new employee, you sign a contract with the idea that it will protect both parties while providing important information regarding your employment.Even if you do your part in living up to the terms and conditions of the employment contract, it doesn't mean that...
Questions to answer when reviewing an employee contract
You're so excited to receive a job offer that you throw your employee contract to the side and begin to celebrate. While it's okay to be happy for yourself, don't do anything else until you review your contract.Here are some questions to answer as you review your...
Retirement plans and your employment contract
When you receive an offer of employment, it's natural to turn most of your attention to the here and now. You'll focus on how much money you're earning, the potential for bonuses and the number of vacation days you receive. While these are all important details, you...