You built your business. You cultivated clients, developed systems, and created a good reputation.

So when an employee or partner quits and attempts to use the information they learned while employed by you to open a competing business, it’s not fair. It may also violate your non-compete.

I represent business owners in Upper Marlboro enforcing non-compete agreements to protect what they’ve worked so hard to build.

If they’re taking clients or establishing a competing business too close for comfort, I’ll move quickly and aggressively.

What Is a Non-Compete Clause?

A non-compete clause is part of an employment or partnership agreement. It limits what a former worker or business partner can do after leaving your company. It might restrict:

• Where can they work
• For how long after leaving
• What kind of work can they do
• What information they allowed to use or disclose

However, these clauses must be reasonable and specific to be enforceable under Maryland law.

When Enforcement Becomes Necessary

I get calls from business owners when:

• A former employee opens a competing business next door
• A past partner starts contacting old clients
• Sensitive business information suddenly shows up in a competitor’s hands
• A key employee jumps ship and violates the agreed restrictions

When that happens, we act fast to stop further damage and protect your competitive edge.

What I Do to Help You Enforce a Non-Compete

I take non-compete enforcement seriously at The Law Offices of Haskell & Dyer. Your reputation and revenue are on the line. Here’s how I help:

• Review the non-compete clause for enforceability
• Gather evidence of the violation
• Send a cease-and-desist letter
• Negotiate compliance or immediate correction
• File suit and seek a court injunction if necessary

Every day you wait could mean more clients are lost or more secrets are exposed.

I move quickly and carefully to protect what’s yours.

Don’t Let Former Employees Compete With Your Business

If someone signed a non-compete and now breaks it, you have every right to act. The longer it goes unchecked, the more damage it can do.

My name is Matthew J. Dyer, Esq. I help business owners in Upper Marlboro enforce non-compete agreements and secure their competitive advantage.

📞 Call 301-627-5844 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.