Monday, April 20, 2009

Ex-Employers Enforcing Agreements

From DICE, April 20, 2009...

If you signed an employment or non-compete agreement with your previous employer, either as a condition of employment or in exchange for a severance package, better check the details before starting a new job. Nowadays, companies are taking steps to protect client lists, intellectual property and trade secrets when they see former staffers sign on with a competitor.

Enforcement of these agreements vary by state, the specific language of the agreement and each situation. This means every laid-off worker must do their homework in order to know their rights and limitations.

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