What Texas Court’s Decision on Non-Competes Means for Businesses
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) ambitious attempt to implement a nationwide ban on non-compete agreements (with limited exceptions) has hit a significant legal roadblock. On August 20, 2024, U.S. District Judge Ada Brown of the Northern District of Texas issued a ruling that permanently enjoins the enforcement of the FTC’s proposed ban on a nationwide…
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2024 Employment Law Updates: Discussing FTC, NLRB, and Pay Equity Matters
As we move into the latter half of 2024, several notable changes are shaking up employment law across the U.S. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is preparing to enforce a new rule banning most noncompete agreements starting September 4, though its implementation is currently facing some legal hurdles. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently…
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Terminating Employees? Ignoring State And Local Wage Laws Can Cost You
Terminating employees can be a daunting task. Failing to follow your state or local rules when terminating an employee can make the task exponentially more difficult and expensive. When a business plans on firing or laying off an employee (known as “involuntary termination”) it is imperative business owners consult state and local laws prior to…
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Amid Shifting Policies, Employee Handbooks Can’t Be Static Manuals
As we’ve said before, one of the easiest and least expensive tools for businesses to reduce liability and insulate from (at least some) risk, is often the one most frequently overlooked. Creating, promulgating, and most importantly enforcing an employee handbook is a simple and efficient way to communicate company policy and expectations to your employees…
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