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Non-compete agreements have to be "reasonable" to be enforceable. A court looks at all the factors including the time period, the geographical...

Can my company hold me to a non compete if I write not applicable on the signature line instead of my name?

If the company requires you to sign the non-compete prior to being hired, they will probably not hire you if you write "not applicable." The...

In South Carolina placement in alternative program can be appealed to the Board of Trustees, but there is usually a very tight deadline to do so. ...

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Is it okay for my Manager to clock me out before I finish my job ?

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It is generally illegal for an employer to alter legitimate time records, especially to avoid paying overtime.

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