Duress As A Defense To Non-Compete Enforcement

In Michigan, duress will invalidate a non-compete agreement, but it is found only where the illegal act of the employer deprives the employee of the free will to choose to enter into the non-compete agreement. Duress will not be found where an employee entered into the agreement with full knowledge of all of the facts and with ample time for investigation, consultation, consideration, and reflection. Courts have stated that duress is not present where an employee had ample time to consult with an attorney and refuse to sign the agreement