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Case Study Part 1: Stonhard v. Carolina Flooring
When I think of non-competes, the case that comes to mind is Stonhard v. Carolina Flooring. The litigation lasted 2.5 years, which included twists and turns, peaks and valleys. Both sides spent more than a little money, although the Plaintiff easily outspent Defendant... read moreNon-Compete Basics: Reasonable in Time
One of the criteria for enforcing non-compete agreements is that it must be “reasonable in time.” This element of enforceability is the easiest one to predict: A three (3) year employment noncompete is reasonable (almost) all the time; Four (4) year is... read moreNon-Compete Basics: Employment vs. Sale of a Business
Courts do consider non-competes in the context of the sale of a business differently than those which arise out of an employment relationship. And, notions of fairness flip depending on the context. Someone selling a business and immediately starting a competing... read moreNon-Compete Basics: Statement of the General Rule
It probably should be noted at the outset that non-compete agreements are issues under state law, although sometimes these agreements might implicate federal anti-trust statutes. In many cases, the law of non-compete is similar from one jurisdiction to the next;... read moreStill Have Questions? The best way I can serve you is by starting a conversation.
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