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I'm curious what the average salary is for an Associate Agent. I'm licensed & do everything after the sale is made as well as refer new business. I have 14 years in the industry but have been at the current company less than a year, so I know that plays a part as well. Anyone in a like-position by chance?State Farm Allstate Travelers
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Whether the non-compete is enforceable may depend on where you live. In some US states they're void, in others they're only actionable in some cases. You should talk to an employment attorney before you make any moves, just to be on the safe side.
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That’s a fair point. The enforceability piece is honestly what makes this feel less black and white. I’ve looked at the language in my agreement, but I know interpretation can vary depending on jurisdiction and specific circumstances.
I’m weighing whether the potential upside is worth the legal ambiguity, especially if enforcement becomes more about leverage than actual restriction. Have you seen situations where companies enforce aggressively even when the scope feels broad or questionable? Thank you
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Did you tell the company you’re going to that you have a non compete? This is something they should know as they may have resources that can help protect you but also may have some restrictions.
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I haven’t formally disclosed it yet, but that’s a good call. I imagine most direct competitors expect some level of restrictive covenant risk and may already have a framework for handling it.
My hesitation is whether raising it too early complicates the process unnecessarily versus being transparent upfront and protecting myself. In your experience, do companies typically offer indemnification or legal support in cases like this, or is it more case by case?
$50k is a number that warrants taking this seriously rather than just hoping it blows over. The risk calculation changes a lot based on what the non-compete actually covers. Some are worded so broadly that they'd never hold up in court. Definitely worth spending a few hundred dollars on an employment attorney to have someone who knows the law review it for you before making a decision one way or another.