The recent federal court ruling that struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) rule banning non-compete agreements has given employers some relief, but it doesn’t mean non-competes are no longer under scrutiny. While the ruling prevents the FTC’s proposed ban from taking effect, state legislatures across the country have been tightening restrictions or imposing outright bans on non-compete agreements over the past few years. To avoid potential legal pitfalls, employers need to stay up-to-date on these evolving state laws.
We’ve prepared a full rundown of these changes, their implications, and what they mean for your business here.