Enforcing Restrictive Covenants for Health Care Professionals

"Over the past decade, whether by case law or adopted regulations, many states have limited the circumstances under which restrictive covenants (i.e., non-competition and non-solicitation provisions) can be imposed and/or enforced. Particularly in the health care field, where providers have a near-permanent relationship with their patients and a constant expectation of continuing to provide professional services to such patients, the ability to prevent departing employees from soliciting patients or opening a competitive practice in close geographic proximity is critical."  To continue reading, download the PDF below.