Is the non-compete clause in my contract enforceable?

Only if it is limited in duration, geography and scope of activity, and protects a legitimate business interest without depriving the employee of a livelihood. Open-ended or unlimited clauses are vulnerable to being struck down. We review the drafting to assess whether it would hold.

I am an employer — how do I protect against labour claims?

With written, clear employment contracts, an adopted internal policy, disciplined record-keeping of warnings, appraisals and leave, and terminations that follow the legal steps in order. Most judgments against employers come from missing documentation rather than a missing legal right.

Employment & Labour | Mohammad M. Shakhatreh Law Firm

Employment & Labour

What we handle in this area

Unfair dismissal claims and the compensation due

Claims for unpaid wages, overtime and leave pay

End-of-service gratuity and payment in lieu of notice

Drafting and reviewing employment contracts and staff handbooks

Non-compete, confidentiality and trade secret provisions

Workplace injuries, occupational illness and social security matters

Work permits for foreign staff and regularising their status

Representation before the Ministry of Labour and the competent Conciliation Court

We act for both sides of employment disputes: the employee who has been dismissed or denied entitlements, and the employer who needs contracts and policies that protect the business before a dispute arises. Prevention here costs far less than litigation.

Do you have a matter in this area?

Send a short summary on WhatsApp and you will receive an initial assessment of the right route.

FAQ

Frequently asked in this area

Unfair dismissal, end-of-service entitlements, and employment contracts for employers and staff.

Message on WhatsApp

If the dismissal had no lawful cause you may be entitled to unfair dismissal compensation, along with payment in lieu of notice, end-of-service gratuity, and any unpaid wages and leave. What matters is documenting the date and stated reason immediately and keeping your contract, payslips and correspondence, because claims are subject to statutory time limits.

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