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Update: FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Is Halted Nationwide
Update: FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Is Halted Nationwide

On August 20, the FTC’s rule banning non-compete agreements nationwide was set aside for the foreseeable future—but is likely to be appealed. Here's what employers need to know about complying with the patchwork of state non-compete laws.

Court Strikes Down DOL Rule Increasing Exempt Salary Thresholds
Court Strikes Down DOL Rule Increasing Exempt Salary Thresholds

Learn about how a federal court has blocked the DOL's new rule that would have dramatically increased the salary threshold for white collar exemptions.

Providing time off to vote: Employer requirements by state
Providing time off to vote: Employer requirements by state

Get an overview of state laws regarding voting and election official leave—including leave amounts, employee notice requirements, and whether leave needs to be paid.

New Overtime Rules on Pause for State of Texas
New Overtime Rules on Pause for State of Texas

Learn about how recent legal challenges in Texas to new minimum salary requirements for exempt employees are impacting employers.

Employee Political Activity Policy
Employee Political Activity Policy

Learn about employee political activity policies, and how these policies can protect employers from legal action and workplace disruptions.

FAQs: California Workplace Violence Prevention Laws
FAQs: California Workplace Violence Prevention Laws

Our in-house employment law team answered some FAQs about unique circumstances or edge cases related to creating, training on, and complying with WVPP laws.

FTC Bans Non-Competes: What Employers Need to Know
FTC Bans Non-Competes: What Employers Need to Know

The FTC introduced a sweeping ban on non-compete agreements nationwide. Here's everything employers need to know to stay compliant.

Hiring Hurdles: The Top 3 Most Challenging States for Hiring
Hiring Hurdles: The Top 3 Most Challenging States for Hiring

What are the top three most burdensome states for hiring new employees? Remote work has expanded compliance regulations for employers across the nation. While some business and tax registration hurdles can be cumbersome, they are largely similar across states. Where many of the most important differences crop up is in leave policy maintenance, required trainings, and other state-mandated fringe benefits. 

The Final Word in California’s Private Attorney General Act
The Final Word in California’s Private Attorney General Act

On July 17, 2023, the California Supreme Court issued its highly-anticipated ruling in Erik Adolph v. Uber Technologies, Inc., closing the final chapter of the drama we’ve been calling the PAGA saga.