Real World Impact: Making good on her promise to make a ruling on the FTC Noncompete Rule on or before August 30, 2024, United States District Judge Ada Brown granted a motion for summary judgment that sets aside the FTC Noncompete Rule and prohibits its enforcement nationwide. This means employers should go “pencils down” and stop preparing the notices we suggested here. The FTC Noncompete Rule is no longer a concern.
Archives for August 21, 2024
[Podcast] Power At Work Blogcast #57: Fighting Governor Ron Desantis’ Attack on Public Employee Unions in Florida
In this blogcast, Burnes Center for Social Change Senior Fellow Seth Harris is joined by Andrew Spar, the President of the Florida Education Association (FEA), the union of Florida’s teachers, and Emilio Azoy, the President of AFSCME Local 121, which represents over 1,800 Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer Department workers.
Third Circuit Holds Multiemployer Pension Fund Claim Cannot Be Enforced due to Unreasonable Delay in Providing Notice of Withdrawal Liability Assessment
In July, the Third Circuit upheld a District of New Jersey decision to throw out a withdrawal liability assessment, finding the multiemployer pension fund was barred from pursuing its claim because the fund unreasonably delayed notification of a withdrawal liability assessment for 12 years.
Withdrawal Liability Assessments Under ERISA
OFLC Announces Final Decommission of Permanent Online System and USCIS Offers Guidance for Filing I-140 Using New Form ETA-9089
The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) announced that the legacy iCERT system for the preparation and submission of labor certification applications will be fully decommissioned on December 1, 2024, as part of the DOL’s permanent labor certification (PERM) technology modernization initiative.
New York’s Freelance Isn’t Free Act Will Take Effect on August 28, 2024
Under New York’s Freelance Isn’t Free Act (FIFA), effective August 28, 2024, companies hiring freelancers (1099s/independent contractors) will be required to comply with the law’s contract, payment, recordkeeping, and anti-discrimination requirements. Given its broad scope and applicability, individuals and businesses that contract with freelancers should familiarize with the FIFA, and
Employers Score Another Win Against FTC, But Noncompete Ban Looms
In July, this blog alerted you to the outcome of the preliminary injunction rulings in Ryan, LLC v. Federal Trade Commission and ATS Tree Services, LLC v. Federal Trade Commission, which resulted in a 1-1 tie between employers and the FTC. On August 14, 2024, employers won another limited injunction prohibiting the FTC from enforcing the ban against the plaintiff, Properties of the Villages, Inc. Properties of the Villages, Inc. v. Federal Trade Commission. Thus far, each employer victory is narrowly applied to the parties related to the immediate case. A nationwide ban or injunction is not in effect.
Therefore, all eyes are focused on Texas, as the Ryan court indicated that it would make a final decision on August 30, 2024. That decision may have more far-ranging implications.
Planning Ahead – Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst
Gen Z are demanding more in the workplace. Here’s how we changed our culture for them to thrive
Gen Z has already distinguished themselves through their unique values and approaches to work.
The Silent Rhythm of Workplace Stress
New study reveals link between white-collar work and atrial fibrillation.
How To Build An AI-Skilled Workforce
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), the demand for a workforce proficient in AI is escalating.
These are the 10 best ‘workcation’ cities in the world for hybrid workers
Have you been searching for a location where you can combine work and leisure? Look no further.
How should HR handle bullying complaints?
A lack of trust is hampering HR’s ability to tackle incidences of workplace bullying. Establishing a comprehensive anti-bullying policy can help protect both staff and organisations
It’s Time for HR to Reinvent Itself
Human Resources (HR) is at a crossroads. Widespread dissatisfaction, both within and outside the field, has reached a boiling point.
What to know about WARN Act notices and why they precede big layoffs
General Motors Co. on Monday said it is eliminating more than 1,000 jobs in its software division globally, with 634 of the jobs being cut coming from its Global Technical Center in Warren.
Nothing is requiring employees to be in the office five days a week
‘This is a company for grown ups,’ CEO Carl Pei told staffers in a recent email.
EEOC now says it won’t need to furlough thousands of workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) put more than 2,000 employees across the country on notice, including at least 58 workers in the Indianapolis office