Non-compete agreements must be reasonable as to duration and geographic scope – meaning that they cannot last too long or cover too much distance. Every non-compete is different and the standards a court will apply depend on the language of the agreement, the industry involved, the role of the employee and other factors.
Litigation over non-compete agreements can be complex and expensive. If you have questions about a non-compete that you have signed, or about one that has been presented to you by a current or potential employer, you should contact an employment attorney to review it.
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