by Beth C. Rogers, Law Offices of Beth C. Rogers, LLC
Summary
This guide discusses the use of employment contracts in defining the terms of the employment relationship, including for terminations, bonus or incentive awards, invention assignments and alternative dispute resolution. It also covers the enforceability of restrictive covenants, such as noncompete, nonsolicitation and nondisclosure agreements.
In this guide, learn about:
- Employment contracts
- Grounds for termination
- Restrictive covenants
- Terms of restrictive covenants
- Prospective employees
- Noncompete agreements
- Nondisclosure agreements
- Nonsolicitation agreements
- Common contract types
- Executive employment agreements
- Bonus and incentive award agreements
- Invention assignment agreements
- Temporary worker agreements
- Mediation and arbitration agreements
- Separation agreements
- Future developments
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About the author
Beth C. Rogers
Beth C. Rogers is an attorney representing management in disputes involving employment law issues. She counsels national and local New Jersey businesses on workplace policies and compliance and defends New Jersey employers in litigation, including employment discrimination, sexual harassment and retaliation claims.
Ms. Rogers drafts industry-specific employee handbooks, contracts and HR policies and is also a frequent lecturer on diversity training. Ms. Rogers formerly served as deputy attorney general for the State of New Jersey, wherein she represented the State and its agencies in a variety of high profile employment matters.