Employee non-disclosure agreement template
Protect your company's trade secrets and confidential data. This Employee NDA template establishes clear confidentiality obligations for new hires.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, provided it is reasonable in scope, duration, and geography, and protects legitimate business interests.
It depends on the industry and the type of information. Trade secrets can be protected indefinitely, while other confidential information might have a term of 2-5 years after employment ends.
An NDA only prevents the disclosure of information. To prevent working for a competitor, you would need a Non-Compete Agreement, which is subject to stricter legal scrutiny and banned in some jurisdictions.
The employer can sue for damages and potentially get an injunction to stop further disclosure. The agreement usually specifies remedies for breach.
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