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OpenDocumentA South Dakota non-solicitation agreement is a legally binding contract that prevents an employee from recruiting or doing business with a former employer’s clients and employees. Once signed, the employee will be bound to the terms of the agreement for a determined period; this agreement may not exceed two (2) years if it restricts the solicitation of customers specifically. The form should also state all other pertinent details, such as any geographical limitations, whether the signing party can purchase a release, and what they can expect in the way of consideration for signing.
- Statutes: § 53-9-11, § 53-9-12
- Legally Enforceable? Yes, if they comply with South Dakota law (How. Vent. LLC v. Lively, CIV. 10-4072-KES (2010)).
- Requirements (§ 53-9-11, § 53-9-12): An agreement that restricts an employee from soliciting an employer’s customers may not be longer than two (2) years. The two-year limitation also applies to captive insurance agents operating as independent contractors.
- Exceptions (§ 53-9-11.1): Healthcare workers are not permitted to sign any agreement that would prevent them from establishing a provider-patient relationship.
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