In this episode, Richard Hoeg delves into the complexities of Non-Compete Agreements, the Federal Trade Commission Act, and its implications. He examines the FTC's rulemaking on non-competes, the benefits and potential impacts of such agreements, and the origins of the FTC Act. He also discusses the non-delegation doctrine's potential impacts on FTC's authority. The episode wraps up with a Q&A session.

(0:00) Introduction and Overview of Non-Compete Agreements

(8:18) Understanding the Federal Trade Commission Act and Its Implications

(14:07) The Proposed Non-Compete Rule and its Implications

(23:01) Purpose and Impact of the FTC's Rulemaking on Non-Competes

(33:35) Benefits and Potential Impact of Non-Compete Agreements

(38:14) Origins and Intent of the FTC Act and Section 5

(44:26) Discussing the National Petroleum Refinance Association vs the FTC Case

(51:03) The Non-Delegation Doctrine and Its Potential Impact on FTC's Authority

(1:00:15) Handling Noncompete Provisions Amidst the FTC's Rule

(1:03:02) Transition to Q&A and Acknowledgement of Viewer Support