Although there are no specific laws that govern non-compete agreements in the State of Pennsylvania, the agreement should only be written in a way that protects the employer's legitimate business interests:
The non-compete agreement must be written only in relation to the employment relationship. It must also be reasonable in geographic scope and time.
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To write a Pennsylvania non-compete agreement, include the following clauses:
Both parties should sign and print their name as well as date their signatures. The parties should each receive a copy of the finalized agreement for their records.