By H Clay Parker | Published May 31, 2024 | Posted in Noncompete Agreements | Tagged Tags: employment contract, noncompete agreements, nondisclosure, soliciting |
In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a new rule that broadly bans noncompete agreements in employment contracts across the United States. The rule not only prohibits the enforcement of new noncompete agreements but also requires employers to rescind most existing agreements and inform affected employees of the change. A noncompete agreement between Read More
Read MoreFlorida generally outlaws contracts in restraint of trade or commerce. An exception is that a company can enter an agreement with an employee, contractor, distributor or vendor that limits them from engaging in conflicting business activities. Sellers of businesses can also be restricted from competing. However, there are several requirements that must be met for Read More
Read MoreShould I sign a non-compete agreement? On behalf of H. Clay Parker, Esq. posted in Noncompete Agreements on Tuesday, April 4, 2017. You did it! You found a job that you think you’ll love. The pay and benefits are good, and everything seems to be working out just the way you hoped. Then it happens — Read More
Read MoreYou don’t have to sign a contract on the spot On behalf of H. Clay Parker, Esq. posted in Noncompete Agreements on Tuesday, March 7, 2017. The Florida job market can be tough these days. Finding a new job that offers competitive wages and benefits is often easier said than done, not to mention hoping to Read More
Read MoreNon-compete contract: What’s in it for you? On behalf of H. Clay Parker, Esq. posted in Noncompete Agreements on Friday, January 27, 2017. When you go to your first day of orientation for your new job, someone may hand you a packet of papers to complete and sign. Among those papers, you will certainly find W-4 Read More
Read MoreEnforcing restrictive covenants can be tricky in Florida H. Clay Parker, Esq. posted in Noncompete Agreements on Thursday, December 1, 2016. Restrictive covenants prohibit employees from sharing information about their employers’ businesses during employment. This information could include processes, technology or client lists, among other aspects of a business that contribute to its uniqueness or Read More
Read MoreNon-compete agreements in a nutshell By Clay Parker of H. Clay Parker, Esq. posted in Noncompete Agreements on Sunday, November 4, 2012. In Florida, noncompete agreements are governed by Section 542.335 of the Florida Statutes. Under this statute, these agreements must protect a “legitimate business interest” and be reasonable in scope and duration, to be enforceable. Read More
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