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Wilhagan Ventures has again encountered troubles with ex-employees. Seven months after former salesman Jeff Filson was arrested for allegedly stealing $4 million worth of telecommunications equipment from the Nashville reseller of used high-tech gear, it has accused three other people of violating a noncompete agreement with the company.
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