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Showing 3 posts tagged Non-compete agreements.
FTC Ban on Noncompetes Struck Down
A Texas Court struck down the FTC's Rule banning noncompete agreements set to take effect on September 4th, 2024. The Court ruled that the FTC had overstepped its authority in implementing the Rule and further held that the Rule was overly broad because it provided no reasonable explanation for banning virtually all noncompete agreements. More >
It's Official: FTC Issues Final Rule Banning Non-Competes
In a stunning move the same day the Department of Labor issued a rule raising the overtime salary threshold, the Federal Trade Commission issued its own long-gestating rule banning noncompete clauses nationwide. Employers should begin reviewing their contracts immediately to understand how this sweeping change will affect their workforce. More >
Getting “Sandwiched” Into a Non-Compete Agreement
The Huffington Post recently reported that Jimmy John’s, the national sandwich chain, requires its workers to sign strict non-compete agreements. The agreement was disclosed as part of a lawsuit by employees, and many in the employment industry are wondering if such an agreement is really necessary for the company’s minimum wage workers. These agreements are usually saved for high-level executives or those subject to proprietary information – not the guy behind the counter making a sub. More >
