Must I pay compensation during the restriction period?

For employees yes — the law requires at least 50 % of average monthly earnings per month of restriction. For contractors, the law does not mandate compensation, but its absence reduces enforceability.

What territory can a non-compete cover?

The scope must be proportionate to the business. A global non-compete for a local company may be deemed disproportionate and unenforceable by a court.

What if the ex-employee breaches the non-compete?

You are entitled to the contractual penalty (if agreed) and to compensation for actual damages. The burden of proof lies with you — you must demonstrate specific competition or harm.

What if the ex-employee works for a competitor in another country?

It depends on the territorial scope of the non-compete. If it covers that country, the breach is enforceable — but cross-border litigation is expensive. Consider arbitration with a seat in the EU.

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Non-compete agreement for Small teams & startups

When a key team member leaves, they take client relationships, internal know-how, and process knowledge with them. A non-compete agreement sets reasonable time-bound and geographic restrictions to protect the business without being unfair to the employee. zipzipdoc generates it in 60 seconds — as part of the employment contract or as a standalone document.

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Non-compete agreement

A non-compete agreement for employees, contractors or business partners. AI sets the appropriate term, geographic scope and compensation.

When to use a Non-compete agreement

When a key employee or sales director leaves
When you want to prevent a contractor from working for a competitor
When selling a company (non-compete for the seller)
Before sharing strategic information with a potential partner

What you get

Time and geographic restriction
Monetary compensation
Definition of competitive activity
Penalties for breach

Benefits for Small teams & startups

Onboarding done in hours, not weeks
Templates updated by AI
Team access and roles

FAQ

Questions about Non-compete agreement

No. Courts may reduce or void a non-compete that is disproportionate — too long, too broad or without adequate compensation.

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