San Antonio is one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., and is an increasingly attractive place to launch a business. Whether you’re starting a boutique on the North Side, opening a tech startup downtown, or bringing a food concept to Southtown, laying a solid legal foundation is essential to protecting your business and setting it up for long-term success.…
When it comes to HR compliance, topics like employment termination, hour tracking, and the significance of privacy and confidentiality really show the human side of the field. Dealing with these issues can be tricky, especially given the complexities of people and the current environment. That’s why it’s important to keep detailed documentation of each situation. Staying fair and consistent throughout…
Navigating employment law can be difficult for any organization, but it’s especially tricky for small and mid-sized businesses. With varying workplace regulations across states, keeping up with employment law can feel overwhelming. It’s critical to stay on the right side of employment and labor laws, but with so many rules and regulations constantly changing, how can you make sure your…
At the core of every successful business is a vision—a distinctive element that differentiates you and motivates you to create something significant. However, transforming that vision into a sustainable reality entails more than just creativity and diligence; it necessitates robust legal foundations. Many entrepreneurs begin their journey filled with ambition but tend to neglect essential legal safeguards, often recognizing their…
The United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas overturned the FTC’s rule banning most, if not all, post-employment non-compete agreements. The rule now applies nationwide, and is likely the FTC will appeal the decision. This article will dive into what this means for small business owners in Texas. What does this mean for employers? Noncompetes are important…
On July 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas made a crucial decision in Ryan, LLC v. Federal Trade Commission, granting a limited stay and preliminary injunction against the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new Non-Compete Rule. This rule, slated to render nearly all non-compete agreements unenforceable with few exceptions, has stirred substantial controversy among employers…
A few weeks ago, the Federal Trade Commission held a public forum examining the FTC’s proposed rule to prohibit employers from imposing noncompetes on their workers, providing an opportunity for people to directly share their experiences with noncompetes. According to the FTC, the forum was meant to “supplement the FTC’s request for members of the public to submit written comments on the…
Employment law includes thousands of major federal and state statutes, administrative regulations, and judicial decisions, all concerning the employer/employee relationship. Here’s a breakdown of some of the significant federal employment-related statutes you need to know as an employer. Title VII 1963 in America saw a major push for institutional changes that would bring about a society with equal outcomes. Following…
Recently, the EEOC (US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) updated its ongoing COVID-19 guidance with questions and answers that specifically address mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies within the workplace. In short, the guidance provided suggests that employers can implement and enforce mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies for employees. However, there are certain exceptions and caveats to be aware of. What to know about…
