Q: Is the NDA/Non Compete agreement I signed still valid if the company has changed names since signing?
Several years ago I was hired at my current employer, a technology company based out of VA. When I was hired, I signed an NDA/Non Compete agreement. Since then however, the original company merged with another and changed its legal name. To date, I have not been asked/compelled to sign any additional/supplemental agreements under the new company name. Is the original agreement still valid/enforceable if the name used within the agreement is no longer valid?
Thanks!
A: The answer would depend on the terms of the agreement. A lawyer would need to read and review the agreement first before giving you an answer as no hard and fast rules apply. Your probably looking at less than $1000 for a review it may or may not be worth it for you.
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