No matter what you signed or what you have been told, review your non-compete agreement with an employment attorney, as many non-compete agreements are illegal and not enforceable.
Generally, Non-Compete Agreements are illegal unless they are meant to protect a legitimate business interest. Unfortunately, many companies exploit this law by claiming that everything in their business is a trade secret or a legitimate business interest.
Non-compete agreements are different from non-solicitation agreements, and many courts will not prevent an employee from making a living unless the employee has intentionally done something to harm the company, such as stealing a secret list of customers, ingredients, research, or information.
It is a common misunderstanding, and many employees are bullied into believing that a non-compete agreement is legal simply because they sign a piece of paper, which is not true. Due to constant abuse, many government agencies are trying to make non-compete agreements illegal altogether.
A 1-hour paid consultation with an employment attorney can save you a significant amount of time and headaches. Be prepared and speak with Alberto Naranjo as soon as possible.
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Not sure if to sign or start a case? Are you getting a fair value? What should you ask for or worry about when signing a severance agreement? Speaking with Alberto Naranjo, the employment attorney at AN Law Firm, P.A., can help answer these questions, review your severance package, and even negotiate the terms of your departure.
It is recommended to schedule a 1-hour consultation to review your contract and situation before making any decisions.
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