promise in restraint of trade

A promise whose performance would limit competition in any business or restrict the promisor in the exercise of a gainful occupation.

• Such a promise is usu. unenforceable. [Cases: Contracts 116. C.J.S. Contracts §§ 249–251, 253–254, 257–260.]

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