New York Retail Worker

New York Retail Worker Safety Act Enacted

On September 5, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the New York Retail Worker Safety Act into law. The law introduces comprehensive measures aimed at reducing workplace violence in retail settings. Depending on the size of their workforce, employers in the retail industry will need to implement specific measures to comply with the new law. Covered …

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Model Freelancer Contract

NYS Model Freelancer Contract

New York State’s Freelance Isn’t Free Act took (FIFA) effect on August 28, 2024. As required by the Act, the New York State Department of Labor has developed a model freelancer contract. Although the model agreement meets the legal requirements, it has serious limitations. Accordingly, most hiring parties should consider modifying the model contract or …

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FTC Non-Compete Ban Blocked

FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Blocked Nationwide

On August 20, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas enjoined the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed non-compete ban. The decision, issued by U.S. District Court Judge Ada E. Brown, sets aside the FTC’s Non-Compete Rule.  So, the FTC cannot attempt to enforce the rule when it is scheduled to take …

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