There was a time when the non-compete clause – a document that prevents an employee from leaving for a competitor – was reserved for high-paid executives. Today these legal documents have become far more common, affecting a wide range of employees, including blue-collar workers.
A new employee may sign a non-compete clause because they are in dire need of a job, only to discover later that it has seriously limited their ability to get ahead professionally. Someone who has signed such a contract may not be able to accept a better position elsewhere should the opportunity arise. The clause might also limit the employee’s ability to negotiate pay raises. For more information on this trend, visit this link.
If you need guidance regarding a non-compete clause, call the Philadelphia employment lawyers at Sidney L. Gold Associates P.C. at 215-569-1999. You can also contact us online for a free consultation. We promise attentive personal guidance for your case. Our offices are centrally located in Philadelphia and we represent clients in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York.
