Signing at time of hire? Select New Hire. Mid-employment agreement? Select Existing Employee.
Legal Protection: For existing employees, courts often find "continued employment" alone insufficient as legal consideration. Consider selecting Severance Package or Signing Bonus to strengthen enforceability.
Allows a judge to narrow the restriction rather than void the entire agreement if found overly broad.
Entitles employer to seek a court order to stop a breach immediately, without having to prove dollar damages first.
Adds a full confidentiality clause covering trade secrets, client lists, and proprietary information - no separate NDA needed.
Required: Non-compete agreements are NOT enforceable in California, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Oklahoma. Enforceability varies significantly by state - courts often reject overly broad restrictions on duration or geography. Always consult a licensed attorney before using.