Noncompetes
Federal Judge Blocks FTC's Noncompete Ban 2 Weeks Before It Would Have Taken Effect — Here's Why
About 30 million Americans are under noncompete agreements.
What Employers and Employees Need to Know About These Tricky Parts of Employment Agreements
It's important for employers to understand what these types of restrictive agreements mean for employees and employers alike; and what the recourse is if and when one is breached.
Amazon Sues Former Employee Over New Job at Target
Amazon alleges Arthur Valdez was in violation of a noncompetition agreement that he signed while working for the company.
At Jimmy John's, Sandwich Makers Have to Sign a Noncompete Agreement
Noncompete agreements are often reserved for executives. Why, then, does this sandwich chain ban entry-level workers from working for competitors for two years?
The Ethics Coach on the Secret to Hiring Honest Employees
Also: How to maintain workplace confidentiality.
5 Ways to Shrink the Threat of an Employee's Exit to Proprietary Info
Proactively addressing staff departures lets a company minimize the risk from unwanted disclosures.
How Can I Get Out of a Non-Compete?
When Employees Become the Competition
It could happen in nearly any company: Employees sometimes go into business for themselves. It's so American it makes apple pie look suspect.
Noncompete Expired, a Serial Entrepreneur Seeks Repeat Success
If you're thinking of selling your company, before you sign a noncompete agreement, consider the journey of a gelato pioneer.
How to Negotiate a Noncompete Agreement
Selling your business? You may have to sign a noncompete. Here's how to negotiate the best terms.