Thats not bad... 1 year. I've seen 2-3 even 5 year non-competes. If they are paying to make their product better not learn how to make a competing product.

Thats not bad... 1 year. I've seen 2-3 even 5 year non-competes. If they are paying to make their product better not learn how to make a competing product. This is pretty standard. However California is a "Right To Work" state and they can't keep you from working for a competitor. However, the next company you work for would also be liable if your stole IP from company 1. Just FYI... Knowledge of the Subject Matter OK... Specific Knowledge and Details of Products and Procedures Not OK.