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IMPORTANT UPDATE: FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION ISSUES FINAL RULE BANNING NON-COMPETES

IMPORTANT UPDATE: FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION ISSUES FINAL RULE BANNING NON-COMPETES On April 23, 2024, the FTC announced its Final Non-Compete Clause Rule (“Final Rule”), which bans nearly ALL post-employment non-compete clauses between employers and their workers. The Final Rule was published on May 7,2024, which means that the Effective Date is September 4, 2024 (120 days after … Read more

For Workers with Marijuana Convictions, the Grass is Greener in Virginia

Recent changes in Virginia marijuana laws impact job applicants, employees, and employers.  Virginia has decriminalized simple marijuana possession and is seeking to ensure workers are not harmed by past convictions. If you are an employer looking to refine your workplace policies, or if you or a family member have been denied employment or educational opportunities because of a marijuana charge, we can help.