An NDA is a legal contract that is not restrictive in the way of stating with whom you were employed. It often refers to relationships within the business itself. For example, my past NDAs have prevented me from sharing client relationships with recruited candidates.
That said: In general, an NDA should not stop you from getting a new job. When you signed the NDA you promised not to disclose certain types of information about the company. So it shouldn't matter where you go to work after that, as long as you don't disclose this information.
Non-solicitation clauses are restrictive covenants that are often included in nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) among commercial businesses during preliminary discussions about potential transactions.
Overly broad language. If an employer writes an NDA that is too broad or too restrictive, a court is more likely to view it with skepticism. That is especially true if the agreement is not limited in duration or scope.
After the NDA expires, the information may no longer be considered confidential and may be disclosed freely.
Take a non-competitive job or role outside your current employer's specialty. Prove your employer breached the contract to invalidate the non-compete clause. Argue that the non-compete is overly restrictive or not enforceable. Negotiate or prove no legitimate business interests exist to uphold the agreement.
Before moving to a competitor, employees should take the following steps: Review the Contract: Check if there's a non-compete clause that could prevent you from joining a competitor. Negotiate Exit Terms: Sometimes, you can negotiate with your employer to get an NOC or reduce the non-compete restrictions.
Five other key features must be included in your NDA to ensure it's legally binding, including a description of confidential information, obligations of the parties involved, any exclusions, the term of the agreement and consequences of a breach.