If I work at a company whose corporate office is in another state, which state’s laws govern my non-compete agreement?

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If I work at a company whose corporate office is in another state, which state’s laws govern my non-compete agreement?

I signed a non-compete when hired to work.

Asked on February 8, 2013 under Business Law, Wisconsin

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Unless the non-compete agreement that you signed states on its face which laws control the agreement, then the laws of the state where you signed the document would control. Ordinarily non-compete agreements between employees and employers are deemed unenforceable in violation of public policy. I suggest that you consult with a labor law attorney as to the alleged validity of the agreement that you have written about.


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