There are three of us who are starting a business next year and one of my future co-founders is insisting that everyone signs an employment contract stipulating that we stay at the company for at least three years. Contract violations haven't been discussed yet - the contract hasn't been written yet - but a hefty fine is likely. Is this type of contract common between co-founders? What other risks should I be aware of before/if signing this?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 31, 2012 -
24 answers
Rented Beachouse problems: What's the best/proper way to handle a situation where a rental house had problems? Some are severe others are just broken promises on the owner's part. Free wedding update inside!
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posted by RolandOfEld
on Jun 4, 2012 -
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Should health benefits and who will pay those health benefits be included in an employment contract?
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posted by Diplodocus
on Dec 13, 2011 -
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Can anyone recommend an attorney for a small IT consulting company in the Chicago/North Shore area? My husband hopes to embark on a new contract with a Big Firm, and it's time to revisit some legal aspects involved in this type of adventure.
Many thanks in advance.
posted by onepot
on Aug 31, 2011 -
2 answers
My wife decided to contest the divorce less than 24 hours before it would have been finalized. She had already signed all of the decrees.
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posted by mephesta
on Aug 8, 2011 -
28 answers
Freelancers: I recently "finished" a contract but feel hazzy about how it is ending. Please advise.
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posted by servix
on Jun 27, 2011 -
8 answers
Girlfriend gave 1st month rent, but hasn't signed lease. They won't give it back.
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posted by sorrenn
on Mar 14, 2011 -
22 answers
Local political campaign reports a large surplus four days after stiffing its workers (I and dozens of other campaign workers are owed back pay, several of us in the $300+ range). Solutions?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 5, 2009 -
8 answers
I buy an item from a major online deal-a-day site. They withdraw the funds from my account. Does this constitute a legally binding contract that they will provide me with the item, or are they able at their discretion to refund the purchase price and walk away?
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posted by kprincehouse
on Sep 29, 2009 -
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How can I get the wedding photos from one of my wedding photographers? My wedding was in Oct 2007.
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posted by odinsdream
on Apr 27, 2009 -
21 answers
Legal filter - I hit a car head-on while biking the other day. It was my fault, and I’ve agreed to pay the damages to car. I need help writing up a release of liability contract so this guy doesn’t keep coming back for more.
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posted by i less than three nsima
on Mar 6, 2009 -
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We rent a shared house in London. There are damp issues in a downstairs room which are known about by the landlord. We have just noticed a severe case of black mould infesting an upstairs wall. What are our legal rights as tenants?
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posted by bollockovnikov
on Jan 11, 2009 -
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I prepaid for music lessons, no contract, but no longer want the lessons - can I get a full refund for the remaining lessons - Please read on, there is more. I want to know if I have a case for small claims.
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posted by KoobieKitten
on Oct 17, 2008 -
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I've been asked to contribute to a collection of op-ed/essays/creative nonfiction type stories, to be published together as a book. I have no idea how this stuff works, but I know the release form says I won't get paid. Anybody have any experience with this kind of thing? Is this a normal clause for a first-time author who barely even counts as an author?
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posted by ultraultraboomerang
on Sep 29, 2008 -
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Who can license music for download/sale? A friend came up with a wicked cool idea for selling music using the internet, but it can't be done through some affiliate mp3 link (like Amazon). We're just a couple of college guys, and we don't know any rockstars or label executives.
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posted by racecar
on Jun 20, 2008 -
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Will the Korean doctor rob me blind?? Here's the long and short of it... my father is the doctor that pioneered tumescent liposuction. he teaches his techniques to other doctors on a regular basis and manufactures the tools and equipment involved with the procedure.
Recently, a doctor from Korea, I'll call him Dr. Lee, took my father's course and liked it so much that he expressed an interest in teaching the course in Korea and to sell my fathers products in his courses. My father is very interested, but feels concerned that he must submit all of his technical files to Dr. Lee so that he can submit them in an application to the Korean FDA for approval.
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posted by lukeklein
on Mar 27, 2008 -
9 answers
Is there a way for me to cancel my iPhone contract because of the fact that AT&T has been wiretapping customers?
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posted by lukeomalley
on Mar 7, 2008 -
19 answers
How do I be fair to myself and the guy whose car I'm buying, when the actual title transaction will be taking place mostly between banks in another state? Contract/time of delivery/protecting of interests question.
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posted by amtho
on Nov 26, 2007 -
8 answers
Can anyone suggest a good way to get out of my contract with Sprint while avoiding the early termination fees?
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posted by Raichle
on Oct 9, 2007 -
8 answers
what should a nonoffensive nondisclosure agreement look like and how do I ask them to sign it?
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posted by krautland
on Jul 12, 2007 -
6 answers
About a year ago I agreed (verbally) to do some programming work for a startup in exchange for a small amount of equity. In the meantime I've lost faith that this equity will be worth anything.
Can I decline to do this work, or have I made a binding verbal contract that I must now fulfill?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 25, 2007 -
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ContractFilter: My friend had a contract for a superbowl party at a bar in Chicago. Nowhere on the contract does it say that the bar can cancel this contract at will.
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posted by twiggy
on Jan 22, 2007 -
37 answers
TherapyContractModificationFilter: The contract my shrink wants me to sign has a paragraph saying that if he is asked to testify in a court case involving me (even if it's for the other side), I have to pay him. I'm not inclined to sign such a contract. Is such a clause anywhere near normal?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 14, 2006 -
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If a contractor terminates a job with a client before 100% of the work is completed, and has been paid a portion of their fee up front, is the contractor obligated to return the portion already paid, or a portion thereof?
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posted by Jesus Fucking Christ
on Apr 19, 2005 -
8 answers
Being new to writing contracts, I wish to receive information on the process.
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posted by Scottk
on Feb 24, 2005 -
6 answers
Moving Filter: Do we have to give 30 days notice that we're going to move? [mi]
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posted by drezdn
on Aug 18, 2004 -
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