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The Non-Competition Ban Strikes Back (Maybe) | Employer Handbook

In his latest Employer Handbook column, HSE partner Benjamin E. Mudrick breaks down the current status of the FTC’s proposed non-compete ban, which was blocked by a federal court and is no longer being pursued. He also highlights a new bill under consideration in New York that could significantly restrict non-compete agreements, with limited exceptions. Employers should take this opportunity to review their agreements and prepare for potential changes. The rule may be off the table for now—but it could strike back.

To read the full article on Rochester Business Journal‘s website, click here.

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