Often, when the restriction is in the form of a circle (for example, a 10-mile radius from Anytown, USA), there is a risk that this circle will include some areas in which the group does not enjoy significant penetration. In this case, many courts will throw out the entire noncompete provision. The same danger comes when an entire county or a portion of a county is included. In other words, be very careful that you carve out an area that truly reflects your present competitive focus.