How do you know if the offer is actually a fair deal, or if it's hiding harsh restrictive covenants? This week, Ginger and Denise sit down with attorney Isaac Booth, MUED, J.D. to pull back the curtain on common clauses in employment agreements for midwives.

From identifying "red flag" clauses to understanding the long-term impact of malpractice coverage, we’re breaking down the essentials you need to know before you sign.

In this episode, we explore:

• The Anatomy of a Fair Offer: How to tell if a contract is balanced, interpretable, and equitable.
• AI vs. Attorney: Can AI truly replace a professional analysis of your contract details?
• The Deal-Breakers: What should make you walk away from negotiating // unless you want to practice?
• Malpractice & Restrictive Covenants: Why these two specific areas can make or break your professional future.
• Signing Savvy: Why you should never sign a contract watermarked "draft" or one with incomplete lines.
• Negotiation Strategies: Practical tips for defining your rights and obligations while securing the best possible offer.

Whether you are a new graduate looking at your first offer or a seasoned midwife considering a change, this conversation can help increase awareness in how you evaluate employment agreements.

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Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM

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Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration

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