Legal Question in Employment Law in New Jersey

Can a company hold a person in a contract for 8 years in NY/NJ?My current employer has a train to hire program that states for every month of training, a year is added to the contract. Hence, I spent a year on training, and my contract is set to 12 years. I have been with the company for 4 years, so I have perhaps 8 years left. I am considering breaking this contract. I am looking for a Lawyer for this issue. Can you please let me know what type of Layer handles Employment breach of contract court cases?


Asked on 1/04/13, 7:17 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Corbett Corbett Law Firm LLC

It is possible that the terms of the contract are onerous or that the added term might be considered by a court to be an unlawful penalty. I can't tell from the information that you have provided but I could probably tell you more if I read the contract and knew more about the circumstances of employment. If you send a copy of the contract (email is best), I will look it over and get back to you. Please be sure to include your contact information.

See also: http://info.corbettlaw.net/lawguru.htm

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Answered on 1/04/13, 7:47 am
Barry Gartenberg Barry F. Gartenberg LLC

I routinely advise clients on such matters and would be pleased to discuss your situation with you. Feel free to call (973-921-0600) or email ([email protected]) me if you wish. Also, I invite you to visit my website www.bgartrenberg.com for more information about me and my practice.

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Answered on 1/04/13, 10:58 am


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