Got a new job offer but signed a non-compete? Learn your legal rights and what you can do.
Non-compete agreements can feel like career handcuffs. If you’re changing jobs or starting a business, you may wonder — am I stuck?
Here’s how to understand and challenge a non-compete.
1. What Is a Non-Compete?
It’s a clause that prevents you from working for a competitor or starting your own company — usually for a certain time and location.
2. Are They Enforceable?
That depends on:
- The state (California, for example, bans most)
- How broad the agreement is
- Your job level and industry
- Whether it protects legitimate business interests
3. How Vikk AI Can Help
- Analyze the contract language
- Explain state laws
- Draft a letter requesting release or clarification
Final Word
A job move shouldn’t lead to a courtroom. Know your rights before you sign — or break — a non-compete.