BeforeYouSign for employees
Understand employment contracts, side agreements, and policies — and what you are really signing.
Your employment contract, side agreements (non-compete, confidentiality, IP assignment), and internal policies define your rights, obligations, and what happens when you leave. These documents are often long and hard to read. BeforeYouSign translates the substance into plain language: what is expected of you, what notice periods apply, what happens on termination, and where the potential risks are.
Why BeforeYouSign
Everything you need to understand a contract before you sign
Key terms and notice periods
You get a clear picture of notice periods, termination conditions, post-employment restrictions (non-compete, confidentiality), and what counts as the employer’s intellectual property. That helps you make an informed decision before signing.
Red flags in employment documents
The tool highlights one-sided or unusual clauses — for example unlimited indemnification, very broad confidentiality or non-compete definitions, unclear terms on salary changes, or extra obligations. You see why something is risky and what to ask about.
Questions for HR or your employer
For each important point you get concrete questions you can ask HR or management before signing. You enter the conversation prepared and show that you have read and thought about the contract.
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