As a child, you shared that you wanted to be a doctor when you grew up. Now, as an adult, you finished medical school and are newly licensed to practice medicine. The start of your dream career is an exciting time; however, it is also a time when you are most vulnerable, entering an employment contract you may not fully understand or agree with.
Thus, it is important to understand your legal rights and how you can navigate the terms of a proposed contract or a dispute of a current contract.
Physician employment contracts
Entering an employment contract as a new or seasoned physician should seem straightforward and easy. While it might be easy to see the benefits of accepting a job offer, the reality is that a physician employment contract contains terms that you may not fully understand or agree with. Thus, it might be important to negotiate these terms or resolve a dispute concerning a contract you already entered into.
At Logan & Logan, our attorneys understand the importance of physicians being treated properly in their line of work. Therefore, our law firm focuses on the needs of each individual client, helping them protect their rights and ensure their current and future career are not negatively impacted.
Non-compete agreements
It is likely that you have heard of non-compete agreements, but you may have never faced them until you received a job offer with a new employer. In simple terms, a non-compete agreement impacts the ability of a doctor to practice within a specified geographical radius for a set period of time after leaving an employer.
Because a non-compete agreement could greatly impact your future opportunities, it is important to understand if they are enforceable based on their terms. Even if it is enforceable, it might be possible to negotiate these terms. Thus, taking the time to understand your legal rights and options is imperative.
When you decided to become a doctor, you likely didn’t consider the challenges you’d face when accepting a position. Non-compete agreements and other work restraints could impede future employment. Thus, it is important to have a legal team on your side, helping you understand your situation, what rights you have and how best to resolve the matter.