Legal Question in Business Law in Colorado

Covenants not to compete

Louise Aron

Attorney at Law

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LawGuru User

Dear LawGuru User:

There are no "hard and fast" rules regarding covenants not to compete. I would need to talk with you and see a copy of the agreement you signed in order to fully advise you.

Generally however, covenants not to compete are not binding unless the employee was in a managerial position. If such an agreement or document was never signed, the employee cannot be restricted in any way in his or her future employment or business opportunities.

That said, employers can and do sue former employees under invalid covenants not to compete claiming breach of the covenant and "unfair business practices". This is done because employers believe the employee lacks the resources to fight the employer in court.

Thank you for contacting LawGuru.

Sincerely,

Louise Aron

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