Employment contracts are legally enforceable in Florida. Are employment agreements legally binding?Under Florida law, employment contracts for business are legally binding. Florida statute 688.003 allows an employer to sue the former employee in court and obtain an injunction against the former employee. This state-specific guide covers labor and employment case law, statutes, rules, and regulations that HR professionals and clients often encounter Unless you have an employment contract or union agreement requiring these payments, there is no legal obligation to pay. Employment contracts typically follow a standard format, with clauses chosen or modified to reflect the intent of the parties.