Green Bay Non-Compete Agreement

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A covenant not to compete typically implies that a Wisconsin employee makes an agreement not to work for any of their employer's competitors should they leave the company for any reason. These covenants are typically called "non-compete clauses". Employees who sign them can either receive compensation or simply be required to agree as a condition for their employment.

When are Covenants not to Compete Unenforceable?

Foreseeing whether or not a judge will uphold a covenant not to compete is typically difficult. Even if the employee's interests may be significant Wisconsin courts will certainly assign great weight to a person's freedom to choose the type of employment that is suitable for them. Accordingly, only those covenants which are deemed to be reasonable will be upheld by the court. A court will normally hold non-compete clauses to be unreasonable if they involve unusually long periods of time or if they cover a geographic region surrounding Green Bay that is excessively large.

Covenants must also be limited to restricting dealings with those competitors that are reasonably related to the employer's industry. Lastly, the covenant not to compete must have a valid business purpose which is behind the employer's motivation for requiring the agreement.

Do I Need an Attorney when Dealing with a Covenant not to Compete?

You might want to hire a Green Bay, Wisconsin lawyer to review the covenant before signing any provisions that may limit or restrict your rights. The lawyer will then be able to negotiate any modifications to the contract as needed, or they can even draft a new one should it be required by one or both parties. When it comes to suing an employee for breach of a non-compete clause, an attorney can provide valuable advice. They will also be able to counsel employees who need advice for a covenant they have signed.

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Life in Green Bay

Green Bay, Wisconsin is the county seat for Brown County and has a population of over 104,000. The city is best known for being home to the NFL team, the Green Bay Packers. Green Bay is nicknamed "Titletown", which is a reference to the record number of championship titles won by the Packers.

The city of Green Bay is very fond of outdoor festivals and celebrations. In addition to Packer games at Lambeau field and other sports functions, popular events include Winterfest on Broadway, Artstreet, and Summer in the Park. Shopping is also very popular in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Bay Park Square features a football-themed food court with many eateries and two giant flatscreen TVs at each end of the court. Green Bay Plaza and East Town Mall also have a variety of retail stores and restaurants.

Historically, Green Bay's economy consisted mostly of trade and farming. Currently, the city boasts an active business and economic life comprised of many different trades and industries. Some major employers in Green Bay, Wisconsin include Humana, Schneider International, and American Foods Group. The Green Bay Packers are also a major employer for the city.

Lawyers in Green Bay, Wisconsin usually assist clients at the Green Bay City Municipal Court or at the Brown County Courthouse. Green Bay attorneys enhance their skills by attending continued legal education courses and by participating in local and state bar associations. They offer a variety of legal services and perform many different types of legal tasks.

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