As discussed more fully in our prior post, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a final rule prohibiting the use of almost all non-compete clauses (“Rule”). The Rule was intended to take effect on September 4, 2024. In the weeks prior, however, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas prevented …

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Is your worker an employee or an independent contractor? This question has tormented employers over the years due to blurred lines on how to classify workers. The correct classification is integral for determining the manner of compensation and protections granted to each. What remains certain is that the misclassification of a worker will have …

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On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a final rule1 banning most non-compete covenants contained in employment agreements. By issuing this rule, the FTC concluded that post-employment restrictions precluding competition violate the Federal Trade Commission Act, the statutory framework under which the FTC exercises its authority. Notably, the rule does …

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On Jan. 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed a rule banning non-competition covenants between employers and employees. Non-compete covenants are often incorporated into employment agreements and dictate that employees cannot work for a competing employer or launch a business in competition with their prior employer. In addition to other requirements, for a …

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