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Jul 2024

Ninth Circuit Ruling in Ortiz v. Randstad Inhouse Services: Implications for Employers in Transportation and Employment Law

On March 12, 2024, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a pivotal decision in Ortiz v. Randstad Inhouse Services, LLC, broadening the scope of the “transportation worker” exemption under the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA). This ruling has significant implications for employers in the transportation and logistics sectors. It highlights the need for meticulous legal

Federal Judge Overturns NLRB’s Expanded Joint Employer Rule: Implications for Employers

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On March 8, 2024, the legal landscape for employers experienced a significant shift. A federal judge in the Eastern District of Texas, Judge J. Campbell Barker, struck down a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) rule that would have expanded the definition of “joint employer” under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). The Court’s ruling is

Update on Noncompete Agreements: FTC Votes to Issue Final Rule

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Noncompete agreements and their implementation have long been a source of argument and rulemaking in employment law. On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made a significant decision. It voted 3-2 to issue its final rule banning employers from imposing noncompete clauses on their workers. This decision came after more than 15 months

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