Employment Contracts With An Emphasis On Hazardous Work
- IJLLR Journal
- Apr 25
- 1 min read
Abhirath Narasimhan, B.A. LL.B., RV University, School of Law
ABSTRACT
Employment contracts for performance of hazardous work would need to have clauses that adequately guard the legal rights of workers and employers. Contracts cannot be voided unless a statute clearly intends that such contract ought to be void. Employment contracts would contain informational clauses giving the employee right to seek information about employee safety. Training clauses govern necessary training to be provided and when indemnity can be asked from the worker for the provided training. Warranties and Representation clauses fixate the statements of truth made to induce into contract or merely provide assurance of any fact deemed important. Termination clause lays out when the employee may be terminated and protects from arbitrary termination. Compensatory clause dictates quantum of compensation to be given and under what conditions. Confidentiality clause would protect employer interests. Whistleblower Protection clause balances confidentiality and freedom of expression. Employment Contracts save time and money of the parties and the court during disputes.
