@pokerseo 213761 wrote:
you are incorrect. I had a non-compete clause in my last contract (SEOing for a listed gambling company) which stated that i can’t work for their competitors for 6 months.. I think it will stand in court if you were paid off.. otherwise I guess you can’t stop a man from fishing as it were.
Paid off is the keyword 
If the company compensates you for the loss of income, that is a fair deal, though most employees will avoid this clause in the contract.
Doesn’t look like our friend here mentions any sort of compensation. Pls check his post If what he says is true it is either clear exploitation or ….