(ii) the sixth guideline, ie that the assertion that there is a genuine contract will be undermined if there is nothing in writing, might be too negative — it may be an important consideration but if the parties» conduct also shows
a true contract of employment «we would not wish tribunals to seize too readily on the absence of a written agreement to justify the rejection of the claim».
Not exact matches
This is especially
true if your practice could be viewed as any kind
of conflict
of interest, or, obviously, if your
employment contract prohibits moonlighting.
Today, however, the reverse is
true — a large majority
of employees are now presented with
employment agreements,
contracts and / or comprehensive offer letters in an attempt to minimize the company's exposure when the relationship ends.
Courts will look at the
true nature
of the
employment relationship, but there are way to make
true contracts bulletproof
An application form which you have signed to confirm that the contents are
true is, however, a legal document and forms part
of your
contract of employment if you are recruited».