In examining contracts that include a restrictive covenant,the court will not presume that the term is in restraint of trade unless the evidence establishes that it is.

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Courts often start with the presumption that a restrictive covenant is in restraint of trade and then examine whether it is reasonable in scope, duration, and geographic area to protect legitimate business interests.

In Examining Contracts That Include a Restrictive Covenant,the Court Will