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Generally speaking, non-compete agreements (also sometimes called non-competition agreements, or simply non-competes) are not enforceable in California against former employees.
Non-compete agreements are typically considered enforceable if they: Have reasonable time restrictions (generally less than one year) Are limited to a certain geographic area (specific cities or counties, rather than entire states)
You Can Void a Non-Compete by Proving Its Terms Go Too Far or Last Too Long. Whether a non-compete is unenforceable because it covers too large of a geographical area or it lasts too long can depend on many factors. Enforceability can depend on your industry, skills, location, etc.
Among other provisions, the 2018 law a/k/a the Massachusetts Non-Competition Act (MNCA) generally limits non-competition agreements to one year, requires advance notice and an opportunity to consult with counsel.
Providing restrictive covenants are not void for restraint of trade and required to protect legitimate business interests, they will be viewed as legally binding.
In Massachusetts, a non-compete is only enforceable to protect a legitimate business interest. Certain recognized interests include: the protection of trade secrets, confidential information such as client lists, computer data, and business plans, and.
Under the Massachusetts Noncompetition Agreement Act (MNAA), for non-compete agreements entered into on or after October 1, 2018, courts will not enforce any choice- of-law provision if both: The provision has the effect of avoiding the requirements under the MNAA.
Here are five ways to beat a non-compete agreement.Prove your employer is in breach of contract.Prove there is no legitimate interest to enforce the non-compete agreement.Prove the agreement is not for a reasonable amount of time.Prove that the confidential information you had access to isn't special.More items...
An "anti-raiding" restrictive covenant is only reasonable, and thus enforceable, if it is (1) necessary to protect a legitimate business interest, (2) reasonably limited in time and space, and (3) consonant with the public interest.