
An employment contract
An employment contract is the main document regulating the relationship between an employer and an employee. Errors in its drafting can lead to legal disputes, financial losses and reduced trust within the company. In this article, let’s look at the most common mistakes in employment contracts and ways to prevent them.
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If there are no clearly defined responsibilities in the contract, it can lead to disagreements and unreasonable expectations.
How to avoid:
Spell out job duties in detail.
Specify possible additional tasks and areas of responsibility. It is also a good idea to stipulate the fact that over time some functions will be replaced by other functions – relevant to the job!
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Incorrect salary conditions
Errors in specifying salary, bonuses and bonus systems can cause conflicts and employee dissatisfaction.
How to avoid:
Clearly record salary and bonus terms.
Spell out the procedure and timing of salary payments.
Missing work schedule clauses
Missing information about work schedules can lead to problems with overtime and overtime.
How to avoid:
Clarify the mode of work (fixed, shift, remote, etc.).
Define rules for recording overtime and compensation.
Violation of legal requirements
The use of template contracts without taking into account current legal provisions can lead to litigation.
How to avoid:
Update contracts regularly to comply with labor laws.
Consult with multiple, local! lawyers before signing.
Inadequate protection of confidential information
If there is no data protection clause in the contract, an employee may disclose trade secrets without repercussions.
How to avoid:
Include a confidentiality and non-disclosure section.
Spell out the liability for violating this clause.
Errors in contractual expiration and termination dates
Incorrectly stated terms in an employment contract can lead to legal problems in termination.
How to avoid:
Clearly record the term of the contract (indefinite or fixed-term).
Specify the terms and procedure for termination.
Ignoring the probationary period
Lack of information about the probationary period can lead to disputes when firing a new employee.
How to avoid:
Spell out the length of the probationary period and the criteria for its successful completion.
Mistakes in employment contracts can be costly for the employer and the employee. Proper drafting, due diligence and attention to detail can help avoid problems and create a solid foundation for a productive employment relationship. You don’t want to spend a lot more time and effort later, do you?