When it comes to non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, it’s important to know whether “blue pencil” rules apply to the agreements. What does that mean? If a non-compete or non-solicitation agreement is found to be [...]

If you’re asking about salary history during job interviews, you should know that some cities and states are starting to ban employers from even broaching the subject with applicants. Even if you’re not in [...]

With immigration issues as a centerpiece in President Trump’s administration, it should come as no surprise that I-9 audits are expected to increase amid penalties for I-9 violations increasing in the past year as [...]

On February 27, 2017, Bradley Reid Byrd posted on his own Facebook page that his wife Nanette was terminated by her employer of eleven years Cracker Barrel. When he failed to receive a response, [...]

Not all non-compete agreements are created equal. Those for physicians and surgeons practicing in Texas, for instance, must address certain areas that may surprise you. If a physician or surgeon is practicing under license [...]

There’s a common misconception that non-compete agreements aren’t enforceable in Texas. Fortunately for employers in the Lone Star State, this is untrue. However, there are a few hoops to jump through to help ensure [...]

The American economy is built upon competition. For that reason, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) take very seriously agreements that seem to undermine this basic principle. But [...]