The FTC’s highly publicized nationwide ban on noncompetes is on hold. The federal rule, which was originally scheduled to go into effect on Sept. 4, was struck down yesterday by a federal court in Texas. The court’s ruling...more
The Federal Trade Commission’s new rule banning most non-compete agreements has hit its first major legal obstacle after a Texas federal court issued a preliminary injunction, partially blocking the federal ban that was...more
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently amended 29 CFR 1903.8(c) to clarify who may represent employees during workplace inspections. Because these amendments will go into effect on May 31, 2024...more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued the Non-Compete Clause Rule on Tuesday, calling for a comprehensive ban on non-compete agreements nationwide. The FTC concluded that non-competes are an “unfair method of competition...more
4/26/2024
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Starting March 22, 2024, FEMA will implement new rules intended to provide quicker and more straightforward access to disaster relief for individuals.
In summary, the major changes are:
Homeowners with inadequate...more
In ExxonMobil Corporation vs. National Union Fire Insurance Company, the Texas Supreme Court recently held that ExxonMobil was an additional insured under an umbrella policy procured by its subcontractor. Additionally, the...more
Louisiana experienced déjà vu in 2021 when Hurricane Ida inflicted damage to the southeastern part of the State similar to that experienced by citizens impacted by Hurricane Laura one year earlier and on the sixteenth...more
What is the ERC?
Congress introduced the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) as part of the CARES Act to encourage businesses to keep employees on their payroll during the pandemic. ...more
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC), established by Congress in the CARES Act in March 2020, is for businesses subject to closure due to COVID-19. ERC is a refundable payroll tax credit that eligible employers may claim for...more
The damage caused to property by Hurricane Ida in Louisiana was significant. Many businesses will or already have made claims with their insurers for property damage, loss of equipment, inventory, and business interruption....more
As a result of the impacts of Hurricane Ida, federal economic assistance is available to businesses, homeowners, and renters in the parishes of Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberia, Iberville,...more
Employers, especially HR professionals, have been on a roller coaster ride over the past 18 months. COVID-19 has not only changed the way we work but has underscored the need to take proactive steps to protect the longevity...more
7/22/2021
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