Restrictive covenants, including non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, are private contracts that restrict an individual’s business activities within a specific geographic area for a period of time, in return for wages, access to information, or some other type of tangible benefit. This article discusses four popular professions and industries in New Jersey, and highlights the critical importance of knowing the legal landscape in these specific industries in order to fully assess the enforceability of a restrictive covenant.

Physicians