Amidst nationwide anticipation of the Federal Trade Commission’s Ban on Non-Compete Agreements, the United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit upheld a non-compete agreement on June 5, 2024. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, Esq., discusses the 8th Circuit’s recent ruling and what it means for non-compete agreements across the nation as the Federal Trade Commission’s ban … [Read more...] about The 8th Circuit Weighs in on Non-Competes: Upholding a Two-Year Non-Compete Clause
Employment News
Administrative Law Judge Strikes Down Non-Compete Agreement, Finding Against Previous Employer
On June 13, 2024, a National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) Administrative Law Judge (“ALJ”) ruled that overly broad non-compete and non-solicitation provisions in an employment agreement violated an employee’s labor rights under the National Labor Relations Act (“NLRA”). This decision marks what may be the first NLRB ruling to find such provisions unlawful. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, … [Read more...] about Administrative Law Judge Strikes Down Non-Compete Agreement, Finding Against Previous Employer
OSHA Worker Walkaround Inspection Rule Takes Effect
On April 1, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published its Final Rule, Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process, in the Federal Register. The Final Rule takes effect today, May 31, 2024. The Final Rule clarifies the rights of employees to authorize a representative to accompany an OSHA compliance officer during workplace inspections. KingSpry’s … [Read more...] about OSHA Worker Walkaround Inspection Rule Takes Effect
U.S. Supreme Court: Title VII Prohibits Discriminatory Job Transfers That Cause “Some Harm”
On April 17, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court decided on Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, Missouri, No. 22-193. The Court’s decision clarifies that when an employee challenges a job transfer as discriminatory, they only need to prove that they sustained “some” harm, not “significant” or “serious” harm. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, Esq., and Employment Law Attorney, Sarah Modrick. … [Read more...] about U.S. Supreme Court: Title VII Prohibits Discriminatory Job Transfers That Cause “Some Harm”
Employers’ Guide to EEOC’s New Workplace Harassment Guidance
On April 29, 2024, the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published its updated guidance on workplace harassment, Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace. The EEOC’s guidance on legal standards and employer liability is intended to assist employers in creating respectful workplaces and help workers feel safe on the job. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, … [Read more...] about Employers’ Guide to EEOC’s New Workplace Harassment Guidance
Proposed American Privacy Rights Act to Put Americans in Control of Their Data
The Federal House Energy and Commerce Committee released a draft of their new legislation, the American Privacy Rights Act (the “Act”) earlier this month. The Act intends to establish a national data privacy and security standard that gives Americans the right to control their personal information. Despite being in the early stages of the legislative process, the Act has received high … [Read more...] about Proposed American Privacy Rights Act to Put Americans in Control of Their Data
