A note on this post: this blog post is part of our series, "Non-Compete Agreements: When are they valid, and when can the new employer be sued for an employee breach?" In this post we will discuss what new employers can do to avoid liability for employees breaching non-compete agreements with former employers. To learn what kind of damages [...]
A note on this post: this blog post is part of our series, "Non-Compete Agreements: When are they valid, and when can the new employer be sued for an employee breach?" In this post we will discuss when non-compete agreements can affect the new employers. To learn how new employers can protect themselves from this liability, check back in [...]
Non-Compete Agreements: What are they, and when are they enforceable? Many employers want to include a non-compete provision in their employment contracts. As you might guess from the name, a “non-compete” is an agreement made between parties in which one accepts limits on certain competitive behaviors. Most often in labor relations, an employee agrees not to work for a [...]
For small and large employers alike, taking on unpaid interns can be a great way to teach someone your trade, potentially find future employees, and get a fresh set of eyes to look at things around the office. However, if you are thinking about taking on unpaid interns, there are several things you should know first. Unpaid interns are [...]