Legal Agreement Notice
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This sample Non-Compete Agreement in Texas illustrates typical provisions and may differ depending on specific circumstances and legal requirements. Please adapt details accordingly.
Non-Compete Agreement (Texas Sample)
Parties Involved:
Employer: ABC Corporation
Address: 789 Corporate Plaza, Austin, TX 73301
Employee: Jane Doe
Address: 456 Elm Street, Austin, TX 73301
Purpose of Agreement:
This Non-Compete Agreement is entered into to prevent the Employee from engaging in competitive activities within specified geographic areas and timeframes following termination of employment with the Employer.
Non-Compete Restrictions:
The Employee agrees that for a period of 12 months following termination, they will not directly or indirectly engage in any business that competes with the Employer within a 50-mile radius of Austin, Texas.
Consideration:
As consideration for this agreement, the Employee shall receive a one-time payment of $5,000 and continued employment benefits during the restrictive period.
Obligations of the Employee:
The Employee agrees to abide by the non-compete restrictions and not to solicit the Employer’s clients or employees for the specified period.
Governing Law:
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Travis County, TX.
Additional Provisions:
- This agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties concerning non-compete obligations.
- Any amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties.
- If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
Austin, Texas, ______________________
Jane Doe (Employee)
John Smith (Employer)