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Massachusetts Non Compete Law FAQs

Understanding the rules about non compete agreements can be challenging. This is especially true since a new law took effect in Massachusetts on October 1, 2018 that changed the rules considerably. Our non compete lawyers can help you understand your rights and obligations under your agreement.  To get you started, below are some frequently asked questions we have heard about the new Massachusetts non compete law, and links to the answers.

Non Compete FAQs

Is my non compete agreement enforceable?
Does my employer need to pay me to sign a non compete?
Does the new Massachusetts non compete law apply to my agreement?
How much time should I have to consider a non compete agreement?
What are my rights if the new law doesn't apply to my agreement?
What is "garden leave"?
How is garden leave pay calculated?
Can an independent contractor be held to a non-compete?
Is a non compete clause in my severance agreement enforceable?
Can I be held to a non compete if I am laid off?
Can I be held to a non compete if I am not a salaried employee?
What if my job and pay changed after I signed a non compete?
Can my new employer be sued for my non compete?
Can a health care provider be held to a non compete?
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How Can We Help?

We have years of experience representing people in non compete lawsuits in Massachusetts state and federal courts, as well as responding to cease and desist letters, and we would be happy to help. You can read some case studies here, and use the button below to schedule a call back from a member of our team, give us a call at  781-784-2322, or fill out our web form  to let us know a little more about your situation.
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    • Massachusetts Wills and Trusts
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    • Employment Law MA
    • Employment Termination
    • Sexual Harassment at Work >
      • Sexual Harassment in a Small Business
      • Sexual Harassment and Non Disclosure Agreements
      • Sexual Harassment and Remote Work
    • Wage and Hour Laws
    • Independent Contractor Law
    • Non Compete Agreements >
      • Are non competes enforceable
      • Massachusetts Non Compete Act
      • Pre 2018 Massachusetts Non Competes
    • Equal Pay Act
  • Business Law Solutions
    • Small Business Law
    • Business Contract Basics
    • Civil Suit Defense
    • Legal Issues for Start Ups
    • Trademark Basics
    • How to Incorporate
    • Sale of Business
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    • Emily Smith-Lee >
      • 2018 Lawyer of the Year
    • Jenna Ordway
    • Rebecca Rogers
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    • Elijah Bresley
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