Non-Compete Agreements in New Hampshire
How New Hampshire law treats non-compete agreements, with the statute or official source.
Short answer: Non-competes are banned for low-wage employees (earning 200% of the federal minimum wage or less per hour). For new hires, the employer must give a copy of the non-compete before the job offer is accepted, or it cannot be enforced. RSA 275:70; RSA 275:70-a
| Non-compete agreements | Non-competes are banned for low-wage employees (earning 200% of the federal minimum wage or less per hour). For new hires, the employer must give a copy of the non-compete before the job offer is accepted, or it cannot be enforced. Disclosure rule: https://gc.nh.gov/rsa/html/XXIII/275/275-70.htm Source: RSA 275:70; RSA 275:70-a |
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FAQ
Are non-compete agreements enforceable in New Hampshire?
Non-competes are banned for low-wage employees (earning 200% of the federal minimum wage or less per hour). For new hires, the employer must give a copy of the non-compete before the job offer is accepted, or it cannot be enforced.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.