Updated April 25, 2023
A Hawaii employment contract agreement is a legal document binding an employer and employee to predetermined terms and conditions. This type of agreement is most often used when an employer is hiring a high-level or highly-valued employee, an individual who will only agree to the job/position if certain guarantees are provided in writing. An employment contract can include terms outlining the length of employment, amount of pay, duties/responsibilities, how employee/employer can/cannot terminate employment, non-disclosure of confidential information, and non-compete clauses. Provisions may be negotiated by both parties depending on specific interests and the type of employment in question.
By Type (4)
Employee Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) – Designed to maintain the confidentiality of employer’s information and trade secrets.
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Employee Non-Compete Agreement – Prohibits employees from engaging in competition against the employer in the same field of business.
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Independent Contractor Agreement – Signed agreement between client and contractor outlining terms of employment.
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Subcontractor Agreement – Signed agreement between contractor and subcontractor outlining terms of employment.
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Table of Contents |
What is an Employee?
“Employee” Definition – § 388-1
“. . . includes any person suffered or permitted to work.”
At-Will Employment
At-Will Employment – Allowed with the exception of any “Public Policy” and “Implied Contracts” understandings.
Income Tax Rate (Individual)
Individual Income Tax Rate – 1.4% – 11% (§ 235-51)
Minimum Wage ($/hr)
Minimum Wage – $10.10 (§ 387-2)