Legal Question in Business Law in Washington
I have worked as a jeweler from a small jewelry company and would like to start my own jewelry business, will I be sued by or involved with any legal issues from my previous employer for starting the same kind of business by any chance?
Asked on 3/11/12, 7:26 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
James Vasquez
In Pacta, PLLC
No, unless you had a non-compete agreement as part of your prior employment. If the jeweler had proprietary designs, then you'll want to avoid designing jewelry that is the same or similar.
Answered on 3/15/12, 1:15 pm
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