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While the Federal Trade Commission’s non-compete ban languishes in litigation limbo, various states are continuing to modify their regulation of non-competes. Employment attorneys and business counselors Amit Bindra and Katie Rinkus discuss a variety of recent state-level changes taking place nationwide, from Maine to California. Tune in for a run-down of these developments.
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Read Amit’s blog post on recent non-compete changes
Amit Bindra
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Katie Rinkus
Three-time WNBA All-Star Dearica Hamby has sued the WNBA and her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, for pregnancy discrimination. Shortly after securing the Aces' first WNBA Championship and signing a two-year contract extension with the team, Hamby revealed she was pregnant. Within months of her disclosure, Hamby was told she was being traded and losing certain employment-related benefits.
Alleging violations of Title VII and Nevada state law, Hamby has opened discussion about pregnancy and discrimination in women’s professional sports. At the same time, her suit recalls how women’s sports are treated differently from men’s sports, especially when it comes to compensation.
Kristin Hendriksen and Amit Bindra discuss Hamby’s case from an employment law perspective, while also touching on broader issues that plague professional sports. Tune in if you’re a sports nerd, an employment law geek, or both!
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Read Kristin’s blog on Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit
Kristin Hendriksen
Amit Bindra
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In an unusual turn of events, the New York Knicks filed a lawsuit against the Toronto Raptors in August 2023, right before the start of the NBA season. The Knicks alleged theft of confidential and proprietary information after the Raptors hired a former Knicks employee. Now a court has ordered the dispute to go to private arbitration.
Amit Bindra and Kristin Hendriksen break down this unique sports episode, explaining what they believe to be the motivations behind filing the lawsuit and how this case differs from most instances of trade secret litigation. They touch upon whether this case holds merit and discuss the pros and cons of using arbitration in such situations.
Whether you’re a sports fan or a trade secrets junkie, this episode is for you!
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Read Amit’s post on the NBA’s trade secret litigation
Amit Bindra
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Kristin Hendriksen
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) effectively banned non-compete agreements nationwide, a rule set to take effect on September 4, 2024. Yet two federal courts have arrived at opposing conclusions as to whether the FTC has the authority to enact the ban, and one of the courts will only make a definitive ruling in late August, days before the rule is set to become law. What are businesses and employees to do? Employment attorneys and business counselors Amit Bindra and Katie Rinkus explain the FTC’s rule, the disagreement in the courts, and what businesses need to do now to ensure they are compliant if the rule takes effect. They also address what steps individuals might take to avoid the constraints of a non-compete.
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Read Amit’s recent post on the courts & the FTC ban
Read Amit’s 1st post on the FTC ban
Visit the FTC’s webpage on the Non-Compete Rule
Amit Bindra
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Katie Rinkus
Business attorneys Katie Rinkus and Amit Bindra will tell you all you need to know about independent contractor agreements in this episode. They begin by distinguishing between employees and independent contractors, or “1099” workers, and the dangers of misclassifying workers. Then they dive into the main provisions to be included in a 1099 agreement, explaining key terms along the way, such as “statement of work,” “MSA,” and “indemnification.” This episode will help both hiring companies and contractors ensure that their contracts provide clarity on responsibilities and the necessary legal protections for all parties.
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Read Katie’s post on 1099 agreements
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Amit Bindra
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Katie Rinkus
Employment attorney Kristin Hendriksen draws on her experience in a past life in restaurant operations to discuss the WARN Act and recent business closures with Matt Tedeschi, an employment paralegal and Marketing Manager at the firm.
Kristin and Matt explain what the WARN Act is and why it was passed before discussing the sudden shuttering of all locations of Dom’s and Foxtrot and the termination of all employees. They also touch upon the closure of the Signature Room in Chicago and a lawsuit that recently saw a large settlement for its former workers.
Could Dom’s and Foxtrot face the same fate? What should businesses do if they plan on terminating a large number of workers or closing several locations? Kristin and Matt offer their predictions and provide key advice for business owners and management.
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Read Matt’s blog on Dom’s & Foxtrot
Read Matt’s blog on the Signature Room
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Kristin Hendriksen
Matt Tedeschi
In a sweeping action, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently published its final rule on non-competes, effectively banning them completely. Both individuals and businesses are wondering what this means for them currently and in the future. Employment attorneys and business counselors Amit Bindra and Rebecca Chmielewski examine what is likely to happen next and what both employees and employers need to know.
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Read Amit’s post on the FTC ban
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Amit Bindra
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Rebecca Chmielewski
Some states require that certain business entities register as a PLLC (or professional limited liability company) and not simply as an LLC (limited liability company). Business and employment attorneys Katie Rinkus and Rebecca Chmielewski discuss the distinction between LLCs and PLLCs and the requirements for forming a PLLC under Illinois law. They specifically address both how to convert an existing LLC into a PLLC and how to establish a company as a PLLC from the beginning. They also explain the nuts and bolts of filing the necessary documents and the potential penalties that can be levied for not being registered correctly. Tune in to learn all about PLLCs and whether your business needs to be registered as one.
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IDFPR’s PLLC page
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Katie Rinkus
Rebecca Chmielewski
Employment attorneys and business counselors Katie Rinkus and Poonam Lakhani discuss the top 10 essential things to know or do when hiring your first employee. From how to conduct a background check to when to use a confidentiality agreement or register with state agencies, Katie and Poonam cover the gamut of concerns that business owners encounter when they are finally ready to become employers.
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Poonam Lakhani
Katie Rinkus
Read Katie’s blog post on hiring a new employee
Seasoned workplace investigators Kristen Prinz and Christina Hynes Mesco discuss one of their favorite topics: culture audits! They discuss how audits can help prevent workplace problems before they arise, enabling organizations to avoid the costs of poor company culture: legal liability, legal fees, and lost productivity. More than that, culture audits signal to employees that the organization cares about them and their input, and takes workplace culture seriously. This episode is for anyone who wants to get the pulse of their organization and maintain a healthy work environment.
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Kristen Prinz
Christina Hynes Mesco
The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.