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  • Washington State bans all noncompetes, voids existing agreements

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    Washington State bans all noncompetes, voids existing agreements

    Washington has enacted a near‑total ban on employee noncompete agreements. Under amendments taking effect June 30, 2027, all existing noncompetes—regardless of when signed—will be void and unenforceable, with limited statutory exceptions.























































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Washington State bans all noncompetes, voids existing agreements

Washington has enacted a near‑total ban on employee noncompete agreements. Under amendments taking effect June 30, 2027, all …
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Military leave reminders: 8 things employers should be thinking about right now

A practical guide for employers on managing military leave under USERRA, highlighting key compliance risks, pay and benefits …
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Major employment law changes coming to Washington State

Washington State has enacted a slate of new employment laws covering issues such as employee microchip privacy, wage-theft …
Commentary and Insights

Employees stranded in the Middle East: key considerations for employers

Flight cancellations and airspace closures linked to the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran are disrupting employee …
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6th circuit limits NLRB’s ability to compel union bargaining

The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals has become the first federal appeals court to reject the NLRB’s use …
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NLRB memo signals shift in workplace rule enforcement

The NLRB’s General Counsel has issued new guidance signaling a more employer‑friendly approach to evaluating workplace rules, shifting …
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Connecticut limits production quotas for warehouse workers

Connecticut introduces strict rules on warehouse quotas, ensuring workers receive clear expectations and protected break times.
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Virginia pay transparency law awaits signature

Virginia employers may soon need to disclose wages or salary ranges in job postings under S.B. 215, now …
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NLRB abandons Browning-Ferris Industry joint employer standard

Learn how the NLRB’s withdrawal of the 2023 Browning‑Ferris rule keeps the 2020 joint‑employer standard in place and …

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