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When is a Non-Compete Geographical Limitation Unreasonable?

In Braman Chemical Enterprise, Inc. v. Barnes, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3753, Ms. Valerie Barnes worked as an exterminator for Braman Chemical Enterprises, Inc. from November 5, 1990, to April 26, 2006.  On October 24, 1990, in preparation for Ms. Barnes beginning to work, the parties executed a non-compete agreement titled “Restriction Against Other Employment After Termination of Work With Braman Chemical Enterprises, Inc.” where it stated that Ms. Barnes was prohibited from working at any branch of a pest control business within fifty miles of the Hartford City Hall for a period of six months.

Hostile Work Environments and the Faragher/Ellerth Defense

In a landmark case, the United States Supreme Court established the standard by which an employer could be held liable under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 for the creation of a hostile work environment based on sexual harassment.  By way of background, Title VII is a federal law that prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, and religion, and is applicable to employers with 15 or more employees.

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

What may or may not constitute sexual harassment in the workplace can be a tricky subject.  The Connecticut Superior Court ruled on a specific provision of Connecticut’s sexual harassment law, specifically, the provision defining sexual harassment as “any conduct of a sexual nature” when “submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment.”

Labor & Employment Law – What to Consider After Losing Your Job

So you’ve lost your job.  Now what?  Depending on the circumstances, there are several legal issues to explore before moving on with your career.  Here is a basic summary of five issues to consider.

Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law

Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law

Navigating Business Litigation: The Role of Business Litigation Attorneys

In the complex world of business, disputes and legal challenges can arise unexpectedly. This is where the expertise of business litigation attorneys comes into play.

Enforcing your Legal Rights in the Yukon

The remoteness of the Yukon can make finding effective legal representation difficult, but not impossible. The lawyers from Taylor & Blair LLP can help you with your legal needs.

The Art of Las Vegas Home Improvement Contracts: A Guide to Successful Renovations

Home improvement contracts, which involve work on existing structures to renovate, repair, or upgrade them, are considered construction contracts.

Why Mechanics Lien Deadlines Are Important To Meet

Newport Beach Real Estate Attorneys discuss how mechanic's liens are legal claims that contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers can place on a property to secure payment for work or materials provided. By adhering to a mechanic's lien time limits, which varies from each state, one may successfully accomplish the goal of getting through this legal procedure.

Specific Performance in Las Vegas

Specific Performance in Las Vegas - A remedy for a contract breach. Instead of receiving money damages, the non-breaching party can request that the court order the breaching party to fulfill the terms of the contract or perform the agreed-upon action. 

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