Legal Question in Business Law in Massachusetts

Re: Non-Compete

Without reading the non-compete, it is difficult to determine its enforceability. A change in jobs would not invalidate a non-compete necessarily nor would a sale to a new owner.

Key parts of a non-compete is the nature of the non-compete as to its length and scope. It cannot be so ownerous as to stop you from working in your field.

Also, when was the non-compete signed, as a condition of employment or afterward with a statement sign this or you will be fired. Was it signed as a condition of promotion from salesman to salesmanager? These are all facts that relate to whether it is enforceable.

Please feel free to call me if you have more questions. I would suggest you take the agreement to an attorney for review.

Re: Non-Compete

Answering your question without reviewing the employment contract is not easy. However, the Courts in Massachusetts have in the past few years construed non-competes somewhat more liberally and in favor of the employees - people are entitled to work. Generally, if the job description set forth in the employment contract has changed, that could typically start the clock running on the non-compete. I concur with the other poster's assessment . . . to give an answer without reviewing the document in question is not really possible.