The agreement prohibiting an employee from disclosing confidential information for a stated period of time...

A noncompetitive covenant is an agreement prohibiting an employee from disclosing confidential information or working for competitors for a specified period after leaving their current employment.

Confidentiality Protection:

Safeguards proprietary and sensitive information from being shared with competitors.

Employment Restrictions:

Limits former employees from joining or assisting competitors in a way that could harm the original employer.

Legal Enforceability:

Must comply with local laws to be enforceable, as some jurisdictions limit the scope and duration of these agreements.

A: Competitive agreement is not a recognized legal term in this context.

C: Nondisclosure agreements restrict information sharing but do not address employment with competitors.

D: Disclosure agreements pertain to sharing, not restricting, information.

Key Features of Noncompetitive Covenants:Why Other Options Are Incorrect:ASIS CPP® References:

Domain 7: Legal AspectsExplains employment contracts, including noncompetitive covenants and confidentiality agreements.