Q: no compete agreement states i cannot work for another similar company within 3 years and 100 miles. is this enforceable?
It also states on the contract that the no compete will not apply if i "properly" terminate my own employment for cause.
A:
In Indiana, limiting covenants like this are generally frowned upon but may still be upheld by the courts if limited in scope (like in geographical proximity) and the limitation is related to your employment (like working for another company in your area of work).
Without seeing the actual document though, it's entirely impossible to say whether or not it would actually be upheld by a court. Just know that if you do accept this job you may have to abide by this non-compete agreement in the future.
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