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What is a Nebraska Employment Contract?

Nebraska employment contracts are legally binding agreement between employers and newly hired employees. An employment contract will address each party’s rights and duties and details important clauses relating to work standards and company policies.

It is common to find the following clauses in a Nebraska employment contract:

  • Job title and responsibilities
  • Compensation
  • Benefits
  • Reasons for termination
  • Company policies

Employment contracts can be used when hiring permanent employees, short-term employees, contractors, sub-contractors, and freelance workers.

Are Employment Contracts Enforceable in Nebraska?

Yes. Employment contracts are enforceable in Nebraska. Nebraska is an “at will” employment state which means that employers can terminate an employee at any time without cause or notice. To overcome the “at-will” employment doctrine, Nebraska enforces employment contracts that protect employees by listing specific reasons for termination.

What Are the Legal Requirements for Nebraska Employment Contracts?

The legal requirements for Nebraska employment contracts mostly follow Nebraska contract laws. Oral employment contracts can be enforced, however; if the terms of the agreement cannot be performed within one year, the agreement must be in writing. For this reason, most employment contracts are written down and signed by both parties.

Restrictive employment contracts like non-compete agreements are not governed by statutes, but by case law. To be legally enforceable, a non-compete agreement must be reasonable, be necessary to protect a legitimate business interest, and cannot harm the public or the employee’s ability to find work.

Types of Nebraska Employment Contracts

Different types of Nebraska employment contracts serve different purposes. The following contract types are commonly used by employers:

  • Permanent employment contract. Used by a company to hire a permanent employee with regular hours and an hourly wage or salary
  • Non-disclosure agreement (NDA). A restrictive contract that prevents the employee from releasing valuable information about the business
  • Non-compete agreement. Protects the employer by limiting the employee from working for competitors or creating a competing business

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