Legal Question in Employment Law in California
will a non compete hold up in california if signed by an employee??
Asked on 7/08/10, 12:51 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
They are disfavored, but a well drafted one that takes into account California law on what is and is not permitted to be limited will certainly hold up.
Answered on 7/08/10, 4:01 pm
Michael Kirschbaum
Law Offices of Michael R. Kirschbaum
Generally, non-compete agreements are not enforceable in California, as the violate California Business and Professions Code section 16600, and are against public policy. There are limited exceptions.
Answered on 7/08/10, 4:15 pm