What violates a non-compete agreement?
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What violates a non-compete agreement?
I signed a 5 year non-compete agreement as a private contractor working with a food trailer company. They work festivals and shows. Cotton candy is one item on their large menu consisting of mainly of fried foods. I have an interview with a specialty cotton candy company that works parties and football games. Would employment with this company violate the non-compete agreement?
Asked on September 11, 2014 under Employment Labor Law, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
There is no way to answer this question in the abstract; a non-compete agreement is a contract, which means it is governed by its specific terms. You need to have an attorney review the exact language of the agreement with you, as well as your proposed employment, in order to determine if there may be a violation.
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