Portfolio Display Legalities

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If you havent signed an employment agreement, restrictions on displaying your work may not be enforceable. However, implied agreements or company policies could still apply. Review any company policies or handbooks regarding confidentiality or client contact. If no explicit restrictions exist, you may have more flexibility. Consider consulting an employment lawyer for further guidance.

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I am a production artist that works for a company that produces pharmaceutical artwork for the global company, Fresenius Kabi. I would like to present the work I have done for Fresenius Kabi in an online portfolio along with my resume. The owner of my company tells me this is not permitted. Is there a resolution to this problem?
****, you may want to check your employment agreement for any clauses related to confidentiality or intellectual property. Generally, if your work is considered confidential or proprietary, you may need permission to display it publicly. Have you tried discussing potential solutions with your employer, like anonymizing the work or getting formal permission from Fresenius Kabi?
My employer forbids me from contacting Fresenius Kabi privately. Is this legal?
****, your situation involves potential employment contract and intellectual property issues. Here are key points to consider:
- Employers can restrict contact with clients if stipulated in your employment agreement.
- If no such clause exists, the restriction may be questionable.
Have you reviewed your employment contract for any specific clauses about client contact?
I do not believe i ever signed an employment agreement
****, if you never signed an employment agreement, the restrictions your employer is imposing may not be enforceable. However, there could still be implied agreements or company policies at play.
Are there any company policies or handbooks that might address this issue?
Thank you for your help. You’ve given me a lot to think about.
****, it seems like you're in a bit of a tricky situation. Since you don't recall signing an employment agreement, there might still be implied policies or handbooks that could affect your rights. You should review any company policies or handbooks that might address confidentiality or client contact. If there's nothing explicit, you might have more flexibility than your employer suggests. Consider consulting an employment lawyer to explore your options further.
Is there any specific aspect of the issue you would like more information on?