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People & Work

Employment Agreement

By Tim Nichols

In plain English

An agreement defining terms of an employment relationship, which may address duties, pay, incentives, confidentiality, IP, termination, and continuing obligations. It does not necessarily guarantee employment for a fixed term. Its provisions must be evaluated under applicable employment law, including any limits on restrictive covenants.

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