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Restrictive Covenants Best Practices

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &...more

Winstead PC

Lawsuits Lead to Inconsistent Judicial Rulings Regarding the FTC’s Noncompete Ban

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Winstead’s Labor & Employment team previously reported that the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued its final rule largely banning noncompetes nationwide (“Rule”), spurring races to the courthouse in the federal district...more

Benesch

The FTC Rule To Ban Non-Competes is (Maybe) 30 Days Away - What You Need To Know and What You (May) Want To Do

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The hot mess known as the FTC Rule to Ban Non-Competes (“Rule”) continues to get hotter and messier as two Federal District Courts issue conflicting opinions. This conflict between the Federal Courts will not be resolved...more

Clark Hill PLC

[Webinar] Mastering Restrictive Covenants: Best Practices and Legal Insights for Protecting Your Business - July 16th, 1:00 pm -...

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After years of activity at the state level, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has outlawed non-compete agreements. Even if the courts overturn the FTC’s ban on non-competes, employers can still expect more regulation against...more

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C.

[Webinar] Navigating Trade Secrets Under the FTC’s Non-Compete Ban - June 12th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently issued a Final Rule that invalidates non-compete clauses in standard employment agreements. This new regulation, with some limited exceptions, imposes a nationwide and retroactive...more

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.

The FTC’s New Final Rule on Non-Competes: Key Points for Businesses

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On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a rule banning employers from enforcing non-compete agreements for all workers, including employees and independent contractors, with limited exceptions. This new...more

Genova Burns LLC

FTC’s Final Rule on Non-Competes May Not be the Final Word

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In a controversial move, on April 24, 2024 the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced that beginning September 4, 2024, it will enforce its Final Rule banning most non-compete agreements that seek to limit a worker’s...more

Clark Hill PLC

[Event] 2023 Labor & Employment Conference - October 4th, Chicago, IL

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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

Sherman & Howard L.L.C.

[Event] 2023 Labor & Employment Seminar - September 29th, Denver, CO

Join Us for Our Complimentary Annual Labor & Employment Seminar! We recommend our seminar to employers, HR professionals, and inhouse counsel to learn about best practices and the latest updates to Labor & Employment law....more

UB Greensfelder LLP

[Webinar] You Don't Own Me: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Restrictive Covenants - July 20th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

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Join attorneys from Ulmer’s Employment and Labor and Intellectiual Property Pracrices as they host a complimentary webinar on the impact of the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) January 2023 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Constangy Webinar - Spring Cleaning: How to Keep your HR Practices Mess Free

Join Constangy partners Laura Balson and Ben Widener as they provide an overview of HR best practices, including employee handbooks and employment agreements/restrictive covenants....more

Womble Bond Dickinson

FTC Non-Compete Ban: Don’t Panic! (But Be Prudent and Prepare)

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On January 5, the Federal Trade Commission caught the attention of employers across the country by issuing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). The proposed rule would ban the vast majority of non-compete clauses used in...more

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

[Webinar] How to Navigate the Regulatory Trend to Ban and Criminalize Noncompetes - February 7th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

On the heels of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) January 5, 2023 proposed rule banning noncompetes, Manatt’s antitrust and employment law attorneys will provide a comprehensive overview of the stepped-up efforts to tamp...more

Fisher Phillips

6 Proactive Tips to Address Employee Defection Concerns Before a Crisis Unfolds

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It is often said that the best defense is a good offense. That is certainly true if you are an employer conducting a risk assessment of potential employee defections that could expose your company to losses of valuable...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

[Event] 2022 Government Contractor Employment Law Symposium - November 17th, Tysons, VA

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Join a multi-disciplinary team of Jackson Lewis attorneys, along with guest speakers from the government contracting firm Smith Pachter, for a full-day of presentations, interactive discussions and practical solutions...more

Burr & Forman

Federal Regulators Taking Aim at Anti-Competitive Employment Practices

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Employers in every sector use restrictive covenants to guard against loss of institutional knowledge, relationships, and training. These restrictive covenants come in three forms: “non-competition,” “non-solicitation,” and...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Virtual Event] Employment Practices Liability Insurance - January 26th - 28th, 10:15 am - 4:15 pm EST

29th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance - ACI’s 29th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance conference returns on January 26-28, 2021 in an interactive, virtual format! This yearly conference is the...more

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2020 Check List: Update Noncompete Agreements to Comply with New Restrictions in Washington and Revisit IP and Arbitration...

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Washington’s New Noncompetition Law – RCW Chapter 49.62 (Noncompetition Covenants). Effective January 1, 2020, a Washington State law prohibits employers from enforcing noncompetition agreements against employees earning...more

Jaburg Wilk

Are Non-Compete Agreements Enforceable in Arizona?

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In Arizona, non-compete agreements may be enforceable if “reasonable.” In determining whether a non-compete is “reasonable,” courts evaluate several factors, none of which are controlling. The factors are....more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] Employment Practices Liability Insurance – Strategic Guidance For The Most Complex Epli Claim Coming Across Your Desk -...

Back by popular demand, ACI’s EPLI conference returns to New York City. Whether you are a claims manager, underwriter, risk manager, in-house or outside counsel, this is your most worthwhile opportunity to network and...more

Pierce Atwood LLP

Practical Tips on Working with Former Employees Who Are Key Witnesses

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Suppose you are in-house counsel for a construction company. Your Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) is blown and the Owner has refused to execute any change orders during the Project. You know you are heading towards a claim....more

Butler Snow LLP

Avoiding Trade Secrets Litigation: Hiring New Employees

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Many companies hire employees that have gained experience at competitors. In fact, it is fairly standard; and there isn’t anything wrong with that practice. After all, employees are generally able to take their knowledge,...more

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An Easy and Effective Way for Employers to Protect Themselves

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Imagine this scenario: Your company is in Arizona and one of your sales representatives goes to work for a competitor. He knows all about your pricing and bidding practices, so he helps your competitor undercut your prices....more

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White House Issues State Call To Action To Ban Certain Non-Compete Agreements

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On October 25, 2016, the Obama Administration issued a “State Call to Action on Non-Compete Agreements.” This call to action is part of President Obama’s Executive Order directing states to increase competition for workers...more

Poyner Spruill LLP

Go Head Over Heels To Protect Trade Secrets (And Other Gymnastics Related Puns)

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Face it. No matter what industry you are in and no matter how big your company, there will come a day when one of your most valuable employees doesn't work there anymore. When that happens, it's natural to feel disappointed...more

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