"Restrictive covenants" is the collective term for contract provisions that prevent employees from competing with former employers after leaving the company or making use of confidential information obtained there. According…
Non-compete agreements are simply a fact of life in the world of business. When it comes to protecting your legitimate interests, they are an important and valuable tool. However, if…
If you start a corporation, you must create corporate bylaws, but there is no obligation to create a shareholder agreement. However, it may be to your advantage to do so,…
Business owners and executives in North Carolina logically need and want to protect their confidential information and competitive advantages to ensure their companies have the best opportunities to succeed and…
If an employee leaves your business and takes confidential information to use for his or her own gain, you may have grounds for legal action under the North Carolina Trade…
As a North Carolina business owner, your business’s trade secrets, or the confidential information it has that gives it a competitive edge, may be among its most valuable assets. At Meynardie &…