At-Will Employment
An employment relationship under which either the employer or the employee may end the employment at any time, for any lawful reason, and without advance notice.
What it means
At-will employment is the default rule in every US state except Montana. Either party can terminate the relationship without cause or notice, subject to exceptions for unlawful discrimination, retaliation, contract terms, and public-policy violations. Employment agreements often confirm at-will status in writing and require any modification to be signed by an authorized officer.
State-by-state
At-Will Employment is treated differently depending on jurisdiction. These guides cover the state-specific statutes and disclosures:
Read more
- Employment Agreement Guide: What to Include — Learn what every employment agreement must include—from compensation and IP clauses to non-competes and termination terms—to protect both employers and employees.