Professionals planning to leave a job for a new opportunity sometimes have offers from similar businesses. Other times, they may plan to go into business for themselves. Either option could violate a noncompete agreement. Companies often require that new hires sign...
Losing a job can be stressful and emotional. You feel like the rug has been pulled out from under your feet as you worry about how you’re going to keep a roof over your head and food on the table. If your employer offers you a severance agreement, it can feel like a...
Starting a new job is exciting, especially when the salary looks good, it matches your career goals and you’re ready to move on from your current position. However, you need to take some time to review the employment contract thoroughly. This legal document can...
If you have an employment agreement or other contract, then you should read it to see how much notice you are required to give. To leave sooner than may be considered a breach of your contract. What if you are an at-will employee? They can fire you without warning, so...
When starting a new job, it is easy to focus on salary and the excitement of a fresh opportunity. However, the employment contract you sign plays a major role in shaping your rights, responsibilities and long-term relationship with the employer. An employment contract...
You go to your boss and you tell them that you want to resign from your position or quit your job. Maybe you found another job, maybe you are just unhappy in your current role or maybe you have other concerns, like how your job is affecting your family life. You just...
Employment contracts often include highly detailed terms. Each party outlines their expectations for the working relationship and even what happens after it ends. Employers establish performance standards and explain what wages they intend to provide. Contracts can...
A good employee can be hard to find. It’s only natural that a company wouldn’t want its top talent to work for a competitor. But can an employer add a non-compete clause to your employment contract? Illinois Freedom to Work Act Non-compete agreements (NCAs) restrict...
Employees in Illinois can determine whether they want to join a union or not. Many people may not have a good understanding of the importance of unions or what they do. Understanding a few points about unions may help employees determine if they want to join one. One...
When you got your job, one of the first things your boss did was ask you to sign a noncompete agreement. You wanted the job and you weren’t thinking about looking for another one, so you signed the agreement without worrying about it too much. But now you’re thinking...