On September 4, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) weighed in on the current state of non-competition agreements (“non-competes”) in two actions. First, the FTC issued a Request for Information, inviting public comment on the effects of employer noncompetes. Second, the FTC initiated an action against a pet cremation company to protect workers from the company’s harmful noncompetes. On … [Read more...] about FTC Weighs in on Non-Compete Agreements
Employment News
U.S. Department of Labor Releases Various Self-Audit Programs
On July 24, 2025, the United States Department of Labor (the “Department”) issued a news release, announcing the launch of self-audit programs “to help [the] regulated community strengthen compliance with federal labor laws.” Below, KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, shares her key takeaways from the Department’s latest announcement and the various self-audit programs. Key … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Labor Releases Various Self-Audit Programs
Employers’ Guide to Addressing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Workplace
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) tools have entered the workplace, assisting in automation and increasing productivity, among other benefits. However, the increased use of AI in the workplace can also lead to risks, such as privacy concerns or AI bias resulting in discrimination. Employers must now navigate leveraging the benefits of AI tools while also mitigating potential … [Read more...] about Employers’ Guide to Addressing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Workplace
PA House of Representatives Passes Minimum Wage Increase – Awaits Senate Vote
On June 11, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 1549, a measure proposing a significant, phased increase to the state’s minimum wage. If enacted by the Senate, this would mark the first mandated change to Pennsylvania’s minimum wage since the federal minimum was raised to $7.25/hour in 2009. The Bill House Bill 1549 proposes a tiered, county-based approach to … [Read more...] about PA House of Representatives Passes Minimum Wage Increase – Awaits Senate Vote
Employers’ Guide to Managing Remote Employees: Ensuring Legal Compliance
As the employment landscape continues to modernize across the nation, remote work has gained popularity and prominence in many industries. In her latest Employment News article, KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, Esq., provides Pennsylvania employers with a reference guide for all things “remote work”—from wage and hour considerations to recent Federal court cases and … [Read more...] about Employers’ Guide to Managing Remote Employees: Ensuring Legal Compliance
NLRB Rescinds Previous Guidance on Non-Compete Agreements
On February 14, 2025, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) Acting General Counsel, William B. Cowen, issued Memorandum GC 25-05 (the “Memo”), rescinding several memoranda issued by previous General Counsel, Jennifer Abruzzo. Of the memoranda rescinded, Mr. Cowen rescinded Memorandum GC 25-01, which pertained to non-compete agreements and stay-or-pay provisions in employment contracts. … [Read more...] about NLRB Rescinds Previous Guidance on Non-Compete Agreements
