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I am being imposed a non-compete clause.

The non-competition clause must be in writing, limited in time, space and type of business (art. 340 CO). It may not exceed 3 years (art. 340a al. 1 CO). It is only valid if the employee had access to the clientele or trade secrets and the use of these…

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