Non-Compete Archives

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TRC Law

Please be advised that our firm is committed to meeting your legal needs while the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic persists. We have taken all measures recommended by the CDC to ensure the safety of our employees and those with whom we may have contact. Our attorneys and staff all have the capabilities to work from home and are encouraged to do so to the extent possible. Nevertheless, you can continue to contact us as usual by phone or email. Our intent is to maintain full law firm operations even if all of our lawyers and staff work from home. Thank you.

Do You Really Need Non-Compete Agreements With Your Hourly Employees?

On December 7, 2016, the Chicago Tribune reported that sandwich maker Jimmy John’s had agreed to a $100,000.00 settlement with the Illinois attorney general over its use of non-compete agreements with its hourly employees. Those agreements barred employees from working at another sub shop while employed with Jimmy John’s and for a period of two […]