What is an employee contract?

An employee contract governs your relationship with an employee. It should include any provisions you want to enforce. SixFifty's employee contract solution covers at-will employment, confidentiality/non-disclosure, invention assignment agreement, non-solicitation, non-competition, arbitration and more.

Do I really need an employee contract?

In short, yes. Especially if you have employees in multiple states. Did you know that non-competes are banned in California, Oklahoma, North Dakota and soon Washington D.C.? An employee contract helps you protect your business as well as your employees' rights. And remember that those rights vary significantly depending on where your employees live and work.

What happens if I don't use an employee contract?

Not having an employee contract puts your business at risk. What if an employee quits and takes their clients, and your confidential information, to a competitor? Not disclosing non-compete laws to employees in Washington can result in fines exceeding $5,000 plus attorney fees. It's crucial to have an employee contract, and also for that contract to be customized and up-to-date.