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Because they are free to choose to not work for a company that has such an IP clause in its employee contract. They are also free to negotiate a change to that clause.


Theoretically. Not everyone has the liberty to change jobs at will and be fine.


Ah yes, the choice of working or not working.


I choose to live on the street and not pay my wages via tribute to usurers! I'm free! (no loitering).




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