It won't affect me but may others. FTC is considering ban non compete clauses (Page 2/2)
Zeb JAN 06, 03:46 PM

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Originally posted by maryjane:

I dunno. Lots of states have already banned 'em I don't know if it will make all that much difference. But yes, 2 parties should have the right to enter into a mutual agreement.



Except in most cases, it's not mutual. The second party (employee) doesn't have an option to enter the agreement. It's either sign away your right to take your skills elsewhere, or starve.

A good friend of mine was at Big Company X. Interviewed and got an offer from Small Company Y. He gave notice. X called Y and threatened action on a non-compete agreement. Y rescinded the offer. Both X and Y knew the agreement was not enforceable, but the very threat of legal action made it uneconomical for a small company to hire my very well qualified friend.

Screw non-compete "agreements." It's tantamount to slavery.
Jake_Dragon JAN 06, 04:44 PM
I'm bound by a non compete but only for as long as I work for my current employer. So no part time jobs doing the same thing.

I have walked away from jobs over things in the employment contract. One place had a clause in it that anything I created during my employment, on or off the clock was their property. Write a book or develop some software and they own it. I left the contract before going to work for the company. I still get negative reviews when someone calls them for a reference. **** them thats why.

Always read what you are signing. If they are rushing you that is even more reason to look at it again.

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fierofool JAN 07, 10:03 AM

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Originally posted by Jake_Dragon:

non compete should be ended.
But I do agree if someone pays for your education there should be an obligation for it. It should be well defined and understood by both parties.



We had such a situation with our city police department in the early 2000's. We paid for training and certification through the Police Officer's Standards Training. We provided the equipment, including protective vests that are custom made for the individual. We paid for the K9 dogs that were dedicated to their handlers. When officers left, all that went with them. We created an Ordinance that was included into the SOP that if they left prior to 6 months of specialized training or equipment, they must reimburse the city in full. Six to two years 50%. After two year, no reimbursement required.

I agree with Raydar regarding employment contracts. With the limitations being stated up front, they didn't have to agree.
MidEngineManiac JAN 07, 12:10 PM

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Originally posted by fierofool:


I agree with Raydar regarding employment contracts. With the limitations being stated up front, they didn't have to agree.



Problem is, what is stated up front and what they try to force afterwards are often 2 very different things.

BTDT.
maryjane JAN 07, 03:17 PM
The trick, is to bring significantly more to the new job than they already have. I never had to endure any of that NC type contracts and on at least 2 jobs, was rewarded well when I left.