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Injunctive Relief in Texas Non-Compete Cases An employer may be entitled to injunctive relief to enforce a non-compete agreement in Texas. To obtain permanent injunctive relief, it’s not necessary to prove that, without an injunction, the promisee will suffer irreparable harm. But that is not the case with respect to temporary injunctive relief. Most courts require proof of irreparable...
Continue ReadingAs a Texas attorney who frequently handles contract dispute matters involving non-compete agreements, one of the questions that I am asked more than any other (by both employers and employees) is: Are non-compete agreements enforceable in Texas? The answer is: Yes, they can be. Texas law makes non-compete agreements enforceable if they are: Accompanied by or part of an...
Continue ReadingNEWS: Major Update to Physician Noncompete Law Takes Effect September 1, 2025 Before signing a new employment agreement, every physician should understand exactly what they’re agreeing to—from compensation and call duties to noncompete clauses and malpractice coverage. A poorly written contract can limit your career options, expose you to financial risk, or create unnecessary legal headaches down the road....
Continue ReadingWhat is a Non-Solicitation Provision? Texas non-solicitation provisions (aka. non-solicitation clauses or non-solicitation agreements) prohibit the employee, both during employment, and for a period of time thereafter, from soliciting the employer’s clients, employees, or both. Texas employment agreements frequently contain non-solicitation provisions, along with non-compete provisions and non-disclosure provisions. But whether a particular act or communication constitutes solicitation is not always...
Continue ReadingIf you’re a physician in Texas, there’s a significant legal change on the horizon that could dramatically impact your employment contracts. A new law—Senate Bill 1318—updates the enforceability standards for physician noncompete agreements and introduces additional restrictions for dentists, nurses, and physician assistants. These changes take effect on September 1, 2025, and apply to all new or renewed agreements...
Continue ReadingNon-disclosure agreements play a vital role in safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality in various business relationships. In Texas, these agreements hold significant legal weight and are frequently utilized by businesses. Whether you’re a business owner or an employee, having a solid understanding of a standard Texas non-disclosure agreement is crucial. Here are some frequently asked questions about NDAs...
Continue ReadingTexas noncompete geographic limitations are one of the most contested elements of noncompete agreements in court. Employers understandably want to protect their business interests, while former employees want the freedom to pursue new opportunities. Courts in Texas walk a fine line between those competing interests, often focusing on whether a noncompete’s geographic scope is reasonably tied to the employee’s...
Continue ReadingBelow you’ll find answers to the 16 questions I get more than any other about Texas noncompete law. Each answer is short and to the point. For almost every question I have also provided a link to a related post that addresses the question in greater detail and with more nuance. 1. What is required for a covenant not...
Continue ReadingNoncompete agreements remain enforceable in Texas and beyond after a federal judge in Texas issued a nationwide injunction against the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent ban on them. This landmark ruling temporarily preserves the status quo, allowing Texas employers to continue using them under existing state laws. Immediate Implications for Texas Employers and Employees For employers, this means that...
Continue ReadingOn July 3, 2024, a federal district court in Dallas ruled that the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) likely exceeded its authority when it enacted a nationwide noncompete ban. The court noted, “The text, structure, and history of the FTC Act reveal that the FTC lacks substantive rulemaking authority with respect to unfair methods of competition.” The court also found “there is a substantial likelihood the [FTC’s] Rule is arbitrary and capricious because it is unreasonably overbroad...
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