[LPfishnTIM]

wow, label you as a cult leader, thats just retarded insecurity! Non compete agreements legally can't keep you from starting a business that competes, but it can legally keep you from taking clients and co workers. you have the right for free enterprise, but to most its unethical to take previous clients and co workers with you when you leave. Now if they went after the fact because they are become unhappy that is another story. I think your covered since they refused offers of higher salary to leave with you, and there is always more to the story then said. Good luck with your company.