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A recent Texas federal court ruling has put a halt on the enforcement of the FTC’s ban on non-compete agreements. Learn more about this ruling and the implications it has for employers from Shauna Correia and Jacqueline...more
It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially since the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace. In order to ensure you stay on top of the latest changes and have an action plan...more
The recent federal court ruling striking down the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) rule banning non-compete agreements has left many employers breathing a sigh of relief. However, this does not mean that non-compete...more
A U.S. District Court judge in Texas has set aside the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) controversial noncompete rule, ruling that it will not become effective on Sept. 4 as previously scheduled and cannot be enforced by the...more
It has been a particularly busy year on the labor and employment law front. To learn more about the major challenges employers face and developments your organization needs to address before year's end, we encourage you to...more
Yesterday, the Court in the ATS Trees v. FTC case denied Plaintiff ATS Trees’ Motion for Stay and Enjoin the FTC recent Ban on Non-Compete agreements (“Final Rule”), because, the Court held, ATS Trees failed to establish...more
Washington state law just changed in a way that might have made your company’s non-solicitation agreements unenforceable and illegal. Recent amendments to the state non-compete statute took effect on June 6 and significantly...more
As we recently reported, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its long-awaited final rule on April 23, 2024, banning virtually all noncompetition agreements between employers and workers. Lawsuits challenging the final...more
Washington state businesses that have noncompetition agreements with employees or independent contractors will be subject to new requirements under the latest amendment to the state’s noncompetition law beginning June 6,...more
As we reported in October 2023, noncompete agreements continue to receive widespread scrutiny – a trend that has continued in the first quarter of 2024. In this update, we describe what you need to know about the latest...more
It seems like a simple question: Is the covenant not to compete in my employment agreement enforceable? The answer is much more complex and uncertain than you might think....more
As we reported at the end of February, Maine’s House of Representatives voted for a non-compete ban that would have invalidated virtually all such agreements in the state. In March, the Senate passed the bill, sending it to...more
There is a nationwide trend to restrict the use of employee non-compete agreements, and employers should remain informed of the changes because the stakes are high. The consequences of noncompliance can include civil as well...more
New Year’s resolutions are common. Many people attempt a “dry” January. Others a dry February, because there are less days in the month. As we close out the first month of 2024 here are four proposed New Year’s resolutions...more
Were you paying attention to all the workplace law developments in 2023? While it’s hard to keep up with so many changes, you can take our quiz to test your knowledge and see how you stack up. But don’t worry if you get a...more
2023 started off with a bang, and it is certainly not ending with a whimper. On January 4, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced the settlement of two enforcement actions against employers arising out of their...more
Current Developments in Regulating Noncompetes is Part One of BakerHostetler's three-part series, "Alternatives to Noncompetes.” Questions & Comments: jsiegal@bakerlaw.com, jacox@bakerlaw.com....more
When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more
This program is designed to ensure that you and your business stay prepared and in compliance with new developments in federal and Illinois labor and employment laws. You'll gain invaluable insights on a range of topics...more
On June 20, 2023, the New York State Assembly passed a bill that would ban employers from entering into non-competes with employees and other workers....more
On June 20, 2023, the New York State Assembly passed A1278B, which amends the state’s labor law to prohibit non-compete agreements (the “Bill”). The Assembly’s passage of the Bill, which comes on the heels of the New York...more
It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years — and this past...more
In a joint statement, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Department of Justice (DOJ) and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) expressed concern about the potential for...more