Ashley's employment contract contains a covenant not to compete. It states that when she leaves her current employment, she must not work in a similar business or start a similar business in Georgia, Alabama or Florida for a period of twelve years. If Ashley leaves her current job, could her employer enforce this covenant not to compete? Why or why not?

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The Answer of Ashley's employment contract contains a covenant not to compete. It states that when she leaves her current employment, she must not work in a similar business or start a similar business in Georgia, Alabama or Florida for a period of twelve years. If Ashley leaves her current job, could her employer enforce this covenant not to compete? Why or why not?

Ashley's Employment Contract Contains a Covenant Not to Compete