The Delaware Court of Chancery recently invalidated a noncompete in incentive equity agreements, finding it overly broad and unreasonable. The decision highlights the importance of narrowly tailored noncompetes in employment agreements.
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Delaware Court of Chancery Invalidates Noncompete in Incentive Equity Agreements Due to Overbreadth - Troutman Pepper Locke

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