While the legal enforceability of a physician non-compete clause varies from state to state, a determination of enforceability will rest on the facts and circumstances of the case, as well as a reasonableness standard. For example, courts will typically not uphold a physician non-compete clause that would prohibit a physician from supporting a family and earning a living. While courts are generally opposed to any kind of restraint of trade, they are also hesitant to interfere with the freedom of persons to enter into contracts. Therefore, unless there are valid reasons, courts will not invalidate an agreement that is entered into by consenting parties. However, if that agreement is considered unreasonable by the court, they may invalidate the non-compete clause of the contract. Under most situations, a court will enforce a physician restrictive covenant if it applies to a short length of time, a small geographic area, and a specific type of medical practice. Some of the types of questions the court may consider include the following.