Do non compete contracts really hold up?
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Do non compete contracts really hold up?
I currently work somewhere on a commission only
basis. I signed a contract stating I wouldnt provide
the same services within 10 miles for one year after
my employment is over at my current employer. My
current employer is not keeping me busy.
Asked on October 23, 2019 under Employment Labor Law, Ohio
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Yes, non-competes really do hold up; your state (Ohio) is one of the majority of states that will enforce them if they are reasonable. A 10 mile radius is not excessive for most purposes, so it is very likely that your noncompete will hold up against you.
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