Breaking News: Federal Court Halts FTC Noncompete Ban!

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August 20, 2024

Today, a federal court judge in Dallas, Texas, ruled the Federal Trade Commission went too far in issuing its nationwide noncompete ban that was set to become effective September 4, 2024. We anticipate the FTC will appeal and will update you as we know more. In the meantime, do not hesitate to contact the Employment & Benefits Team for more information about the proposed rule and how this may affect your business.

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