William recently sold his successful business to Janice.The contract for the sale contained an unreasonable restriction that did not allow William to open a similar business for fifteen years.In this instance,the courts would likely:

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Courts often have the authority to reform contracts to correct terms that are deemed unreasonable, such as overly broad non-compete clauses, to make them reasonable and enforceable. This ensures that agreements are fair while still upholding the basic principles of contract law.

William Recently Sold His Successful Business to Janice