Is new consideration required for a valid covenant not to compete presented to an employee at the inception of their employment after they sign their offer letter?
Under the majority approach, recognized in many states continued employment is sufficient consideration for a valid non-compete agreement. However, a minority of jurisdictions, will not enforce a non-compete agreement offered for signature after
Continue Reading You’ve Already Signed Your Offer Letter– Can You Still Be Subject to a Non-Compete Agreement Signed at the Inception of Employment Without New Consideration? Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says Yes