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Employment and Trade Secrets Protection Agreement | USA

Hire a new employee under the terms of this Employment Agreement template for USA employers, which includes conditions to protect your trade secrets.

  • Non-Competition. The employee agrees not to work for or hold an interest in any similar or competing business during the term of employment, except for ownership of publicly traded securities.
  • Confidentiality. The employee will not disclose any trade secrets or confidential information belonging to the employer. This provision will survive the termination of the employment.
  • Termination Due to Long-Term Disability. The employer has the option to terminate the employment if the employee becomes permanently disabled so that he/she can no longer perform his duties.
  • Dispute Resolution. Disputes will be submitted to binding arbitration.
  • This is a fully customizable MS Word template that you can re-use as often as required.
  • Intended to be used only in the United States.
Document Type: Microsoft Word
Last Updated: 26-April-2022
SKU: 5048
$17.99
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  • Who Should Sign. New employees should sign the Agreement prior to starting work and existing employees should provide a signed copy as well. The form can also be used for directors and managers.
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