Consistent with our previous reporting that states would continue to address noncompete issues even after the apparent end of the FTC Noncompete Rule, Ohio has joined the growing list of jurisdict...

This week, we’re highlighting notable employment law updates from federal agencies and the courts, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Department of Labor (DOL), and ...

This week, we’re highlighting notable employment law updates from federal agencies and the courts, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Department of Labor (DOL), and t...

This week, we’re highlighting notable employment law updates from federal agencies and the courts, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Department of Labor (DOL), and t...

Key Takeaways CPLP law to allow nationals of these countries to enter Portugal as tourists and apply for a residence permit while being in the country has been signed. The new law is expected to ...

President Donald Trump’s “Return to In-Person Work” executive order (EO) mandates that federal employees return to full-time office work. This EO effectively ended the widespread hybrid and remote...

Ward and Smith labor and employment attorney Avery Locklear will be a featured speaker at the Lower Cape Fear Human Resources Association's (LCFHRA) 2025 Attorney Panel. This event, which will tak...

NHTSA has finally released its long-awaited rules governing the auto safety whistleblower program Congress created in 2015 under the Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act. The program provides ce...

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has introduced key amendments to its Employment Regulations, aimed at enhancing clarity and fairness in workplace practices. These changes address crucial aspect...