WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU SIGN

Brigid will talk about four key agreements that workers need to understand before they sign on the proverbial dotted line:

1. Employment contracts,

2. Consulting contracts,

3. Non-compete agreements, and

4. Severance agreements

Brigid will discuss the concept of worker classification and the standard tests that apply to help you identify if you are being hired as an employee, if you are being engaged as an independent consultant, and why it matters.

When the relationship ends, it is vital to understand your ongoing rights and obligations. Brigid will discuss common misconceptions about the enforceability of non-compete agreements and what to look for in a severance agreement.

You will learn:

· Common and optional terms in the four key contracts.

· How to approach negotiations without jeopardizing the deal.

· Issues to consider before consulting an attorney.

MEET THIS MONTH’S SPEAKER
BRIGID HEID

Brigid E. Heid regularly advises her clients on matters involving employment and how to cost effectively solve problems that arise. Her practice focuses on the protection of intellectual property and trade secrets from unfair competition. Resolving employment disputes encompasses matters faced by businesses such as employee discipline, discrimination, harassment, hiring/firing, wages and hours, overtime, employee classification, leave and insurance coverage.

Ms. Heid is a member of Eastman & Smith Ltd. She holds both a law degree and an undergraduate degree in chemistry from The Ohio State University. During her career, Ms. Heid has been honored with an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell, entries in Best Lawyers and Ohio Super Lawyers as well as being voted one of the Top 25 Women Lawyers in Columbus by Law and Politics Magazine. Litigation Counsel of America and the Columbus Bar Foundation count her as a fellow. Ms. Heid is involved in several organizations, taking on various roles including the presidency of the Columbus Bar Association.

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