What Will Change With the New Rule, Effective August 1 The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) posted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance in the Federal Register approximately two years ago on July 12, 2022, with a period of two months for public comments on the proposed … [Read more...] about Department of Education Surprises with the Final Rule for 2024 Title IX Regulations
FTC Issues Rule Banning Non-Compete Clauses in Employment Contracts
On April 23rd, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced its long-awaited rule intending to promote competition nationwide. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, Esq., and attorney Shorav Kaushik discuss what this new rule means for employers and what developments can be expected in the coming months challenging this new regulation. Timeline In January of 2023, the … [Read more...] about FTC Issues Rule Banning Non-Compete Clauses in Employment Contracts
US Department of Education Releases Final Rule, Implementing Many Changes for Title IX
On April 19, 2024, after a two-year comment period which drew over 240,000 responses, the United States Department of Education released its final rule, implementing many changes to Title IX. The final rule is set to take effect on August 1,2024. Enacted in 1972, Title IX is a federal civil rights law outlawing discrimination in education based on sex. Title IX applies to … [Read more...] about US Department of Education Releases Final Rule, Implementing Many Changes for Title IX
EEOC’s Final Rule Implements the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and Expands Protections
On April 15, 2024, the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued its Final Rule which implements the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and provides interpretative guidance for both employers and employees. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, Esq., has kept abreast of both the Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act and the EEOC’s Proposed Rule. She details what the EEOC’s … [Read more...] about EEOC’s Final Rule Implements the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and Expands Protections
Kayden’s Law Passed By the General Assembly
On April 8 and 9, 2024, the Pennsylvania Senate and House of Representatives signed Senate Bill No. 55. SB 55 which develops a procedure for custody proceedings that ensures greater protection of children. Upon signature by Pennsylvania’s Governor, Josh Shapiro, Kayden’s Law will be enacted. KingSpry’s Managing Partner and Family Law Attorney, Jessica F. Moyer, details the impact … [Read more...] about Kayden’s Law Passed By the General Assembly
U.S. Department of Labor’s Overtime Rule is Expected to Take Effect Summer ‘24
In August of 2023, the United States Department of Labor (“DOL”) announced its notice of proposed rulemaking to restore and extend overtime protections for approximately 3.6 million salaried-workers. Per DOL, the passage of its proposed rule would ensure that more workers receive extra pay for working long hours. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, Esq., details what DOL’s … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Labor’s Overtime Rule is Expected to Take Effect Summer ‘24