What are the most common red flags in employment contracts?

Overbroad non-compete clauses, IP assignment covering work done outside company hours, mandatory arbitration waiving your right to sue, and clawback clauses on bonuses and signing bonuses are the most frequent high-risk items.

Can I negotiate an employment contract?

Yes — more often than most employees realize. Non-compete geography, IP carve-outs for personal projects, and notice period length are commonly negotiated. Revealr's report shows you which clauses are worth pushing back on.

Is it worth reviewing if the company says the contract is standard?

"Standard" is not the same as fair or favorable. Standard employment contracts are written to protect the company, not the employee. A review tells you exactly where the asymmetry is.

Does Revealr work for executive employment agreements?

Yes. Revealr flags clause-level risks in all employment contracts. For complex executive agreements with equity structures, we recommend using the report as a starting point and sharing it with an employment attorney.

How is this different from asking a lawyer?

Revealr gives you an instant first-pass analysis for $19. A lawyer can then focus their time (and your money) on the specific clauses we flagged, rather than reading the whole document.

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Employment Contract Review — Understand What You're Signing Before Day One

An employment contract is one of the most significant legal commitments you'll make. It defines your rights, your restrictions, and what you own — including what you create on your own time. Revealr reads every clause and flags what could limit your career, your income, or your intellectual property long after you've left the job.

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What Should You Actually Review in an Employment Contract?

What Revealr checks in employment contracts

Non-compete and non-solicitation scope

Geographic reach, duration, and industry breadth of restrictions

IP ownership provisions

Who keeps what you build — including work done outside company hours

At-will vs for-cause termination

What it actually takes to fire you and what you get when they do

Bonus and equity clawback clauses

Repayment obligations triggered by voluntary or involuntary departure

Mandatory arbitration agreements

Clauses that waive your right to sue in court

Probationary period conditions

Reduced protections or altered terms during initial employment

Clauses Revealr Flags in Employment Agreements

Here is what a Revealr analysis looks like for a real Employment Agreement.

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Risk Score

74 / 100

CRITICAL§11.2

Intellectual Property Assignment

This clause assigns all inventions, software, and creative works to the company, including work done outside company hours and on personal equipment, if they relate in any way to the company's current or prospective business. This is overbroad and could restrict your personal projects and side income.

WARNING§9.1

Mandatory Arbitration

All disputes arising from employment must be resolved through binding arbitration. You waive your right to a jury trial and to participate in class action lawsuits against the company.

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Why $19 Is Worth It Before a Six-Figure Commitment

New employees before day one

You received a contract and need to understand it before signing

Employees switching jobs

You want to compare terms and know what you're giving up or gaining

First-time professionals

This is your first formal employment contract and you want a guide

Employment contracts are typically written by company lawyers whose job is to protect the company. Every clause that benefits the employee is one they did not include — unless you asked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related tools & guides

review your job offer letter first check your non-compete scope check your termination clause guide: employment contract checklist guide: non-compete clauses explained

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Revealr provides AI-assisted document analysis for informational purposes only. Employment law varies significantly by state and country. For high-stakes employment disputes, consult a licensed employment attorney.