Tattoo Shop Non Compete

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Non-compete agreements in Kentucky are generally enforceable if they are reasonable in terms of geography, time, and scope of activity restricted. However, the court has the discretion to modify or void the agreement if its deemed excessive. The FTC recently proposed a rule to ban non-compete agreements, but it is not yet in effect and does not automatically invalidate existing agreements. It is advisable for your friend to consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.

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I have a friend who is a tattoo artist and signed a non-compete with a previous employer. She wants to open her own tattoo shop, but according to her non-compete, she still has two years until she can open a business of her own. Are non-compete agreements enforceable? This is in Kentucky.
Hello Micayla, in Kentucky, non-compete agreements are generally enforceable if they are reasonable in terms of geography, time, and scope of activity restricted. However, the court has the discretion to modify or void the agreement if it's deemed excessive. It would be wise for your friend to consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.
What about the FTC striking down non compete agreements?
The FTC recently proposed a rule to ban non-compete agreements. However, it's not yet in effect. It doesn't automatically invalidate existing agreements. Your friend should still consult with a local attorney.