Although it may seem like a simple matter, any employment agreement entered into can have a significant impact on your future. If you are an employee or prospective employee who is being asked to sign a non-compete or trade secret confidentiality agreement, protect your rights by consulting with an attorney.
An experienced employment law attorney can review the proposed agreement to determine if it is fair, advise you of your rights and help you make an informed decision. If the agreement contains language that could negatively impact you, our attorneys can provide counsel or even negotiate directly on your behalf.
To speak with a lawyer about an employment agreement of any kind, contact Shooster, Kahn & Kleinman. Call 800-207-4004 for assistance.
Restrictive Non-Compete Agreements
To be upheld in court, non-compete agreements must be reasonably fair in regard to the time and territory of restraint. A non-competition agreement that bars a former employee from competition for more than a few years may well be struck down. However, highly sensitive and competitive industries may allow for more restrictive covenants against competition.
In determining whether to uphold a non-compete agreement, a judge will weigh the necessity of the covenant against the competing interests of the parties and the equitable interests at stake.
Our attorneys assist clients with the draft and review of non-compete and trade secret agreements. We also serve clients seeking to enforce the terms of a non-compete agreement, or litigate the terms of an inequitable employment agreement.
Contact Us
To speak with a lawyer about an employment agreement or dispute, contact Shooster, Kahn & Kleinman at our Fort Lauderdale area office.
