If I sign an employment contract and work in state A, and then place of business moves to state B, which laws apply?
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If I sign an employment contract and work in state A, and then place of business moves to state B, which laws apply?
Asked on January 11, 2013 under Employment Labor Law, Washington
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You mean if there is a breach of the agreement or as to fulfilling the terms of the agreement? Honestly the employment contract itself should speak to the choice of law issue so I would start there and read it. If it is silent as to which state law would apply, the courts will make that determination in a suit. It is an issue to be decided in a suit. Generally contracts are construed against the drafter if there is an issue. More information as to what and why is really needed to help guide here. Good luck.
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