Originally Posted by
unterhausen
I wonder if taking a severance with a non-compete clause isn't different than the normal non-compete clauses that many people sign as a condition of employment. The people I know that have had problems with this did not get a severance. In fact, one of them was laid off, and then they sued him when he got a job. Because he was irreplaceable.
You know, if a severance agreement is being drawn up your best options are:
1) If you are a union member, ask your union for assistance. They will have a legal department who can help you.
2) If you are NOT a union member then state you want independent legal advice before signing. See a lawyer, it may be the wisest $100 or so, you ever spend.