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North Carolina Employment Contract Template

A North Carolina employment contract agreement is a document that an employer may draft to specify the terms and conditions under which a new employee must operate. The form describes the amount and frequency of payment and any benefits that the employee will be entitled to as part of their employment.
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Updated April 21, 2025

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Employee Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) – Prohibits one (1) or two (2) parties from revealing trade secrets and other confidential business information with direct industry competitors.

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Employee Non-Compete Agreement – A contract that restricts the employee from entering into competition with the employer’s business. This type of contract may only prevent an employee’s professional activity covering a “reasonable” duration of time and geographical area. Unreasonable terms for such agreements are generally unenforceable and illegal in the State.

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Independent Contractor Agreement – Drafted by an individual or entity when hiring an independent contractor to establish terms for the completion of a specific project.

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Subcontractor Agreement – Used by a prime contractor to specify the agreed-upon compensation and duration of employment for a subcontractor.

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Laws

What is an Employee?

“Employee” Definition[1]

“. . . includes any individual employed by an employer.”

At-Will Employment

At-Will Employment – Allowed with the exception of any “Public Policy” understandings.

Income Tax Rate (Individual)

Individual Income Tax Rate – 5.25%[2]

Minimum Wage ($/hr)

Minimum Wage – $7.25 (federal law applies)[3]

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