Dawn P. asked

⚖️  Law

I am a software developer consultant who received an offer through a vendor to work with a client. My current employer is asking for twice the salary I'll be receiving. If I don't inform my current employer and work out a deal with the new company, could they possibly find out in the future? Additionally, I'll be paying a settlement to terminate my contract, but would the non-compete clause be an issue, even though I'd be receiving half my hourly rate?

January 21st, 2023

David H. answered

The potential discovery by your current employer depends on the terms of your contract and whether t...

January 21st, 2023

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