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#WorkforceWednesday | Will your workforce policies hold up under the latest legal changes? Employers are navigating new challenges on three fronts: 📌 Non-Competes Eased Kansas joins the list of states reining in restrictive covenants. New legislation permits non-competes but outlines specific conditions for non-solicitation clauses. In Virginia, beginning July 2025, non-competes will be banned for non-exempt employees. 📌 DEI Rule Blocked for Federal Contractors A federal judge temporarily halted enforcement of Executive Order 14173’s DEI certification requirement. The court found the rule’s definitions of “illegal” DEI programs to be too vague, leaving contractors in regulatory limbo. 📌 Contractor Rule on Hold The Fifth Circuit paused a legal challenge to the Biden administration’s 2024 independent contractor rule. The Department of Labor now has time to revise or replace it—but for now, the rule remains in effect. 🎥 Watch now for insights on what these developments mean for employers: https://bit.ly/42JowdY #EmploymentLaw #NonCompeteAgreements #DEI #FederalContractors

Another state joins the movement. Wyoming is the latest to limit noncompete agreements, but its new law includes broad carveouts—including trade secrets and executive-level roles. Attorney Lori Medley breaks down what’s in, what’s out, and what it means for employers ahead of the July 1 effective date. #NonCompetes #EmploymentLaw #HumanResources

Our new TPA toolkit helps third-party administrators meet the growing demand for Mental Health Parity compliance documentation. Get all the details in this on-demand webinar led by attorneys David Shillcutt and Heather Stone Fletcher: https://lnkd.in/eStqF2XT #Benefits #BehavioralHealth #HealthPolicy

In a 5–4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the long-standing administrative practice of extending deadlines to the next business day when they fall on a weekend or legal holiday also applies to the 60-day deadline for voluntary departures in immigration cases. Attorney Stuart Gerson shares more in SCOTUS Today: https://bit.ly/42rikIY #SCOTUS #SupremeCourt #SCOTUStoday

Physician noncompetes will soon be unenforceable in Arkansas—are your contracts compliant? A new state law, taking effect July 15, 2025, voids noncompete clauses that restrict licensed physicians from practicing medicine. Attorney Daniel Levy explains how this impacts current and future agreements. #NonCompetes #EmploymentLaw #HumanResources

When the rules keep changing—or disappear altogether—how can businesses stay aligned and protected? In this episode of Speaking of Litigation, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Michael Brodlieb, James Flynn, James ("Jimmy") Oh, and Jack Wenik explore how companies can respond strategically to both regulatory action and inaction—and how to decide when to challenge, negotiate, or wait. They discuss: • Pros, cons, and alternatives to litigation • Why assembling the right legal team early matters • How to align legal strategy with business objectives • The real cost of challenging the government—and what to prepare for 🎥 Watch now: https://bit.ly/4cI7X6V #Litigation #AdministrativeLaw #BusinessLaw

In a key decision for New Jersey employers, the state’s Supreme Court has confirmed that commissions are wages under the NJ Wage Payment Law. That means misclassifying them can now come at a steep cost—including liquidated damages and attorneys’ fees. Attorney Alkida Kacani and Jessica Hajdukiewicz break down what employers need to know. #WageAndHour #EmploymentLaw #HRCompliance

What’s really going on behind the scenes of wage and hour enforcement? In this timely one-on-one conversation, former U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Administrator and Epstein Becker Green attorney Paul DeCamp sits down with George Whipple to unpack the most pressing compliance challenges employers face today. Paul shares key insights from his time in public service and private practice, offering a practical roadmap for navigating investigations, avoiding costly mistakes, and adapting to the post-Chevron legal landscape. Whether you’re managing risk, building internal safeguards, or preparing for an audit, this is essential viewing. 🎥 Watch now: https://bit.ly/4jCKHcP #WageAndHour #EmploymentLaw #LaborLaw

New York employers, take note: A new bill could dramatically limit the use of noncompetes—except for highly compensated workers and business sale scenarios. Attorneys Daniel Levy and Gretel Zumwalt break down what’s at stake and how to prepare. #NonCompetes #EmploymentLaw #HumanResources

How can in-house counsel proactively protect their company’s interests when the regulatory winds shift? Join Epstein Becker Green and ACC Chicago - Association of Corporate Counsel - for an insightful roundtable discussion. Attorneys James ("Jimmy") Oh and Rob Wanerman will break down post-Chevron litigation strategies and key legal risks under the current administration. Topics include: ✔️ How the end of Chevron deference is reshaping agency authority ✔️ The scope of presidential authority exercised through executive orders ✔️ Actionable strategies to protect business interests and manage risks amid evolving rulemaking Register now to reserve your seat: https://bit.ly/3GcuZ9T #AgencyAction #AdministrativeLaw #Litigation