FAQ Guide: FTC Final Rule on Non-Compete Clauses

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Comprehensive Overview and FAQs About the FTC's Final Rule on Non-Compete Clauses

On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC”) issued a final rule prohibiting employers from, among other things, entering into non-compete clauses with their workers. The Rule will go into effect on September 4, 2024, unless delayed through litigation.

Download the FAQ Guide on the FTC Final Rule on Non-Compete Clauses to get a comprehensive overview of the information you need to know about the recently announced change, including:

  • Entities affected by the final rule
  • What qualifies as a "non-compete clause"
  • Types of workers affected and not affected by the final rule
  • Alternative ways to protect proprietary business information
  • Notice requirements for existing workers subject to a non-compete clause
  • Penalties for not complying with the new rule
  • Steps to take before the effective date of the new rule

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