Employee’s Premise Liability Claim Barred by Disclaimer / Release in Employment Agreement

Many times, an employee is required to sign a contract or agreement by the employer as a condition of employment. If the employee does sign, they are employed. If the employee does not sign, there is no employment. The catch-22 when it comes to employment agreements. If you have questions about what you are signing, do yourself a favor and consult with counsel. This way, you at least have an understanding as to what rights you may be foregoing. There are times these employment agreements are later challenged in court by the employee when the employee leaves the company and argues...