Non-Compete Ban Halted (For Now)

We wanted to share some important news regarding the FTC non-compete rule with you. As you may know, the rule was scheduled to take effect on September 4, 2024. However, on August 20, 2024, Judge Ada Brown of the Northern District of Texas, in the case of Ryan v. FTC, issued a summary judgment order […]

Does Your Business Need Workplace HR Training?

Regardless of the scale or nature of a company, every workplace should require training for its employees. This training should encompass not only the company handbook, policies, and procedures but also the pertinent employment laws that apply to all companies, workplaces, employees, and managers. Annual human resources (HR) training prevents lawsuits, helps minimize the damages […]

Client Alert: FTC Noncompete Agreements

We just finished watching an open meeting of the FTC. By a vote of 3-2, the Commission voted to approve a final rule that would ban noncompete agreements (as well as require employers to rescind such agreements that are currently in effect). The dissenting commissioners believed, among other reasons, that the FTC did not have […]

CLIENT ALERT – FinCEN Beneficial Ownership Information Report Filing on Hold? 

As the great Lee Corso would say on ESPN College Gameday, “Not so fast, my friend!”  We recently sent out a Client Alert notifying you about the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) that was to go into effect January 1, 2024.   On March 1, a U.S. District Court judge for the United States District Court for the […]

9 Things You Didn’t Know About Employment Law (SMB Edition)

Understanding employment law is important for both employers and employees in creating a fair and safe workplace. These laws, also known as labor laws, protect the rights of workers while also ensuring the success of businesses.  While some common labor laws are well-known, such as minimum wage and anti-discrimination laws, there are several things about […]

The Benefits of LLC Formation For Your Texas Business

One of the most popular entity options that offers significant advantages is a Limited Liability Company (LLC). 

Let’s take a look at the benefits of LLC formation, including asset protection, tax advantages, and enhanced credibility. 

Decoding Reasonable Accommodation: Ensuring Workplace Inclusivity

When it comes to understanding what constitutes a reasonable accommodation, it’s one of the questions we get the most! 

In this blog post, we cover the importance of reasonable accommodation, understand its legal framework, explore different types of accommodations, discuss the interactive process, and highlight its benefits.

CLIENT ALERT: New Law Affecting Nearly All Businesses

Effective January 1, 2024, FinCEN Requires Most Businesses to Report Beneficial Ownership Information Beginning January 1, 2024, most companies have a new requirement to provide information related to their owners and executives.  The penalties for failing to file and comply with this new requirement can result in civil penalties of up to $500 per day for […]