Focus Newsletter: Issue 1, 2024
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New FTC Rule Banning Non-Compete Agreements Challenged by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) adopted a Final Rule prohibiting most post-employment non-compete agreements. The Rule states that it will have a retroactive effect for all existing non-compete agreements, except for ” senior executive ” non-compete agreements.” The FTC announced that the final Rule will be published in the Federal Register…
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Final Regulations Significantly Raises Minimum Salary for Salaried Workers
On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a Final Rule that updates and revises the regulations issued under section 13(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, implementing exemptions from minimum wage and overtime pay requirements for salaried employees. We reported on this subject in September 2023 when proposed regulations were issued. As…
Employer Update: Discriminatory Hiring Practice
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) recently filed a lawsuit against a large employer based on the employer’s practice of checking potential new hires’ criminal history before making the individual an offer of employment. The EEOC alleged that the employer’s practices had a “disparate impact” upon racial minorities. According to the lawsuit, the employer has…
PSE honored to be a sponsor for the Boy Scouts of America Leadership Breakfast
PSE was honored to be a sponsor for the Boy Scouts of America Leadership Breakfast this morning. Congratulations to Bruce & Deb Feldman, who received the 2024 Leadership, Character, and Service Award.
Corporate Transparency Act Update
The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) took effect on January 1, 2024. Under this federal law, entities registered to do business in the United States are required to file Beneficial Ownership Information (“BOI”) Reports with FinCEN, a part of the Treasury Department. These BOI Reports identify each individual who owns more than twenty-five percent of the…
Unveiling the Unknown OVI Violations in Ohio and Surprising St. Patrick’s Day Revelations
Here are two fascinating topics that might surprise you. The lesser-known facts about receiving an OVI (Operating a Vehicle while Impaired) violation in Ohio and some intriguing details about the widely celebrated and upcoming St. Patrick’s Day. Buckle up as we embark on this journey of discovery! Unveiling the Unknown: OVI Violations in Ohio CDL…
Happy St. Patrick’s Day – Drink Responsibly
Happy St. Patrick’s Day – Drink Responsibly
Celebrating International Women’s Day
For International Women’s Day 2024 and beyond, let’s Inspire Inclusion. We forge a better world when we inspire others to understand and value women’s Inclusion. And when women are inspired to be included, there’s a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment. Let’s #InspireInclusion to help forge a better, more inclusive world for women.
Proud Sponsor of Joseph Cinque’ Award Banquet 2024
PSE was honored to be a sponsor at this year’s University of Dayton School of Law Black Student’s Association’s Joseph Cinque’ Award Banquet. This year’s theme was “Sankofa: Activating Community for Success.” This year’s honoree was Judge Angelina N. Jackson, Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas. Scholarship winners were Lionel Mbati and Elizabeth Dobbins.