Addressing Non-Competition Disputes Early Is Key.

In today's tough job market, many employers find themselves having to terminate talented employees to whom they provided valuable business training. Employers want to see their former employees lead successful lives, but not at the expense of the business that they have worked so hard to establish. To that end, many employers are requiring employees to sign non-compete agreements. A non-compete agreement is an agreement by an employee not to solicit customers or work for a competitor of their current employer in a specific area for a certain period of time after they terminate their employment. Non-compete agreements are strictly regulated and should be drafted by an attorney familiar with the field in order to ensure their effectiveness and enforceability.

Our attorneys are experienced in drafting, negotiating, litigating, disputing and enforcing non-compete agreements. We work tirelessly to protect your business, whether you are the employer who drafted the agreement or someone interested in practicing in a particular field who would like an evaluation of the agreement in place and its legality.

Noncompete agreements can be enforced in Ohio, provided that the restrictions they include are necessary to protect the employer's legitimate interests, that they do not create an undue hardship on the employee, and that they do not injure the public. Many agreements have been restricted in terms of the area covered and the time frame for which they are effective in order to protect both parties to the agreement. However, a well-drafted agreement is less likely to lead to litigation, saving you time and money.

When disputes arise, it is crucial to address them immediately to minimize the damage to the employer and the potential liability of the employee. If a amicably negotiated resolution cannot be reached, courts will often look to how quickly after notification that an employer took action in order to determine if a temporary restraining order is appropriate. As the initial consultation with your non-competition dispute lawyer at The Spitz Law Firm is free, there is no reason to wait.

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