Updated November 21, 2023
The Missouri employment contract is a written agreement that an employer will often prepare when a new employee is hired to fill a particular position in their business. The document must include the job title and the period of employment, as well as the frequency and amount of financial compensation. All employee benefits such as bonuses, commissions, days off, health benefits, and paid expenses should also be listed in the contract. The employer may also include non-disclosure and non-compete clauses in the agreement (described below). Both parties must sign the form where indicated.
By Type (4)
Employee Non-Disclosure Agreement – Restricts the signer(s) from revealing sensitive trade secrets and confidential information. This contract may be used for a unilateral agreement, such as with an employer and an employee, or a mutual agreement for two (2) individuals or entities who are forming a partnership.
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Employee Non-Compete Agreement – An agreement between an employer and an employee in which the employee is prohibited from competing with the employer for a specified duration following their last day of work. State law requires that this type of contract is reasonable in its duration and geographical scope.
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Independent Contractor Agreement – An agreement between a client and a contractor regarding the work on a specific project. Both parties must agree upon the amount of financial compensation that the contractor is to receive, as well as the duration of time that is covered by the contract.
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Subcontractor Agreement – A contract between the main contractor (also known as a prime or general contractor) for a project and a subcontractor who has been hired to provide a service that contributes to the project’s completion.
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What is an Employee?
“Employee” Definition[1]
“. . . The word “employee” as used in this chapter shall be construed to mean every person in the service of any employer, as defined in this chapter, under any contract of hire, express or implied, oral or written, or under any appointment or election, including executive officers of corporations . . .”
At-Will Employment
At-Will Employment – Allowed with the exception of any “Public Policy” understandings.
Income Tax Rate (Individual)
Individual Income Tax – 1.5% to 5.4%[2]
Minimum Wage ($/hr)
Minimum Wage – $9.45[3]