When you’re hired for a new job, the immediate feeling is almost always one of excitement. A new workplace, new coworkers, new opportunities, perhaps better pay and more benefits. But when you accept a new job, you’re also moving into an unfamiliar situation. Whether your job is with a small, …

If you’ve just been offered a new job, you might be wondering how to start your new career with the best employment contract. Negotiation of your job contract not only sets the tone for your professional relationship with your employer, but it also determines your career trajectory.

• What is negotiable?

When you get a new job, you may be asked to sign an employment contract. No matter how eager you are to start your new job, it’s important to carefully read over the contract and consider whether the contract reflects your best interests. PA employment contract laws provide you …

“Congratulations! You’ve been hired!”

After the job hunting, resume editing and interview process, landing a new career opportunity is exciting. Before you start to celebrate, however, you still need to complete the paperwork. Part of the onboarding process will involve signing your employment contract. At this stage of the …

Non-Compete Agreements in Pennsylvania

You may be asked to sign a non-compete agreement for your job as part of your contract. If you see a non-compete agreement in your job contract, you may wonder whether signing is in your best interests or whether it will potentially harm your career …