Problem: As an employer and employee, it is important to understand how a person is hired and how that impacts your relationship together. Employment at -will was devised by American judges in the 19th century. The purpose of Employment at will was to make it easier and more economical for free enterprise to expand and prosper. Why is this important? Some are hired as at will employees, whereas others have a contract and are term employed.
- What is at will Employment?
- What are the benefits to the employer in hiring someone as Employment at will?
- What are the benefits from the point of view of an employee to be employed as an art will employee?
- What are the exceptions to being an employee at will?
- Does at will employment favor the employer, employee, or both? Why?
- Is it best to be hired as an at will employee or an employee who has a contract?