Maine § 599-B. - Restrictive employment agreements
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 599-B. — Restrictive employment agreements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 599-B.. Restrictive employment agreements
1. Definition. For purposes of this section, "restrictive employment agreement" means an agreement that:
A. Is between 2 or more employers, including through a franchise agreement or a contractor and subcontractor agreement; and [PL 2019, c. 513, §1 (NEW).]
B. Prohibits or restricts one employer from soliciting or hiring another employer's employees or former employees. [PL 2019, c. 513, §1 (NEW).]
2. Restrictive employment agreements prohibited. An employer may not:
A. Enter into a restrictive employment agreement; or [PL 2019, c. 513, §1 (NEW).]
B. Enforce or threaten to enforce a restrictive employment agreement. [PL 2019, c. 513, §1 (NEW).]
3. Penalty; enforcement. An employer that violates subsection 2 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $5,000 may be adjudged. The Department of Labor is responsible for enforcement of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 599-B.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 599-B. cover?
Section 599-B. ("Restrictive employment agreements") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 599-B.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 599-B." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 599-B. apply to my situation?
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