Updated November 21, 2023
The Maine employment contract is a written agreement between an employer and an employee that specifies the conditions of employment and the amount of compensation. Having a written contract ensures that both parties will uphold their end of the agreement. It also protects them in the event that either party breaks the agreement or pursues litigation. The period of employment, frequency and amount of payment, benefits, and paid leave (if applicable) must all be detailed within the document. If the employer deems it necessary, they may also include non-disclosure and non-compete clauses to legally dissuade the employee from sharing insider information and competing against the employer.
By Type (4)
Employee Non-Disclosure Agreement – Employers use this agreement to guarantee that their employee will not share any trade secrets with industry competitors.
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Employee Non-Compete Agreement – If an employee signs this document, they are making a commitment that they will not compete directly against the employer for a defined period of time.
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Independent Contractor Agreement – Used to hire an individual to complete a specific project within a limited time frame.
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Subcontractor Agreement – A Prime/General Contractor will use this document to hire specialists to work on a project that they have been hired to complete.
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Table of Contents |
What is an Employee?
“Employee” Definition[1]
“. . . means every person who may be permitted, required or directed by any employer in consideration of direct or indirect gain or profit, to engage in any employment;”
At-Will Employment
At-Will Employment – Allowed with the exception of any “Implied Contract” understandings.
Income Tax Rate (Individual)
Individual Income Tax – 5.8% to 7.15%[2]
Minimum Wage ($/hr)
Minimum Wage – $12.00[3]