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Differing State Laws on Restrictive Covenants

<b><I>Employers, Beware!</I></b><p>The law on restrictive covenants varies significantly from state to state, and is governed by the common law, statutes, or a combination of both. Drafting an effective and enforceable restrictive covenant is essential to protecting your interests as an employer as well as the interests of the company as a whole.

11 minute read August 01, 2017 at 12:03 AM
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Joshua Horn
Differing State Laws on Restrictive Covenants

One of the most controversial areas of employment law, the enforceability of restrictive covenants — which often take the form of noncompete agreements, non-solicitation clauses, or non-disclosure agreements — can be very difficult for employers to navigate.

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