Legal Term
employer changed job duties without notice contract
Legal Definition
A legal concept in employment law where an employer unilaterally modifies an employee's job responsibilities, title, reporting structure, or compensation without providing prior notice or obtaining the employee's consent, potentially breaching the employment contract's express terms or implied covenants like the duty of good faith and fair dealing.
In Plain English
When your boss suddenly changes what you're supposed to do at work without warning or your agreement. This might violate your employment contract or labor laws.
Example in a Contract
From an Employment Agreement: 'The Employer shall not effect a Material Change to the Employee's job duties, location, or base salary without delivering written notice at least thirty (30) days in advance and receiving the Employee's written consent, except where required by statutory mandate or emergency circumstances.'
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