The New Massachusetts Noncompete Law: What You Need to Know
August 22, 2018
WEBINAR
August 22, 2018
After years of debate, the Massachusetts Legislature recently passed a comprehensive noncompete reform law, and Governor Baker signed the bill on August 10, 2018. The new law overhauls existing law and imposes new prohibitions and requirements for noncompetes signed by Massachusetts workers as of October 1, 2018. Every Massachusetts employer that uses noncompetes will need to change its agreements and practices.
Partners Jonathan Keselenko and Michael Rosen presented a webinar discussing what employers need to know about the new law to ensure compliance.
Topics included:
What workers are subject to the law?
New categories of workers who cannot be subject to noncompetes, including non-exempt employees and employees terminated without cause
New requirements for a noncompete to be valid and enforceable, including:
Notice of the noncompete prior to hire
Garden leave or “other mutually agreed upon consideration”
Limitations on duration and geographic scope
Practical tips for employers to plan for compliance and enforcement
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