EMPLOYMENT  LAW

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Employment Law

Employees and executives are the backbone of every business. The right agreements and policies can reduce risk, prevent disputes, and create a strong workplace culture. At VBTLaw, we advise both employers and executives on employment law issues with a practical, business-focused approach.

What We Cover

  • Executive & Employee Agreements — customized contracts addressing compensation, equity, benefits, confidentiality, and clear expectations.

  • Offer Letters & Onboarding Documents — compliant, well-structured offers and onboarding packages that set the right tone from day one.

  • Pre-Hire Vetting — guidance on lawful background checks, drug testing policies, and other screening practices that balance compliance with effective hiring.

  • Independent Contractor & Consulting Agreements — properly structured terms that reduce misclassification risk and align with business goals.

  • Employee Handbooks & Policies — tailored policies that comply with California and federal requirements, covering remote work, harassment prevention, social media, and more.

  • Arbitration & Dispute Resolution Agreements — enforceable provisions that manage risk and provide clarity in case of future disputes.

  • Confidentiality, Non-Solicitation & Trade Secret Protections — while traditional non-competes are largely unenforceable in California, we design lawful agreements that safeguard client relationships, proprietary information, and competitive advantage.

  • Workplace Compliance Programs — guidance on wage and hour laws, leaves of absence, workplace safety, and executive-level obligations.

  • Proactive Audits & Assessments — reviews of current agreements, policies, and practices to identify risks before they become disputes.

  • Training & Best Practices — manager and employee training designed to foster compliance, minimize disputes, and strengthen workplace culture.

We help employers protect their businesses and executives protect their careers—delivering practical solutions to employment challenges on both sides of the table.