Employment contracts usually aren't intended to last forever. However, despite the finite term of an employment contract, there may be instances that require the parties to sever the employment ...

Not all employment contracts offer the same protections. Understanding whether you are a permanent employee, fixed-term ...

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Academic employment is often anchored by written agreements such as contracts. But employment in higher education today is increasingly tenuous and challenging, with growing numbers of closures, ...

No matter how talented and intelligent you are, your job security is only as strong as your employer's financial condition. Even with a rock solid employment contract, it's possible to lose your job ...

Contracts and other agreements are a vital aspect of running a business, including when it comes to managing your employees. Employment contracts allow you to cement terms of employment in advance, ...

Jul 27, 2009 5 mins Yes, you can legislate good behavior. Here’s how to create and use a Standards of Behavior contract that boosts morale, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Behavior Standards ...

Earlier today, HR expert Thomas Otter pointed me to an example of a fresh approach to employment contracts. It's the illustration you see at the top of this story. In the spirit of recent Twitter ...

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Signing a new employment contract takes a lot of diligence — there are a lot of details to look over, from salary and benefits to copyrights and ...

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