By K.P. Reddy | Published January 22, 2024 | Posted in Employment and Labor Law | Tagged Tags: Georgia Restrictive Covenants Act, nondisclosure covenants, nonsolicit covenants, restrictive covenants |
In 2011, Georgia adopted landmark legislation governing the use of restrictive covenants in employment contracts. It expressly permits noncompete, nonsolicit and nondisclosure agreements and sets presumptively reasonable scopes and time limits for enforceability. This statute represents a broad reform of state law, but not all employment situations are covered. The Georgia Restrictive Covenants Act (GRCA) Read More
Read MoreRestrictive covenants, such as noncompete agreements, are contracts that restrict or prohibit an employee’s competition with an employer during or after the term of the agreement. They are aimed at protecting a company from unfair competition. Georgia courts only enforce restrictive covenants if a business proves the existence of a legitimate business interest justifying the Read More
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