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Federal Court Strikes U.S. Department of Labor Rule Implementing Higher FLSA Exemption Thresholds

A federal court in Texas recently struck down the United States Department of Labor (DOL)’s rule that raised the threshold salary requirements for the white-collar overtime exemptions.

Massachusetts Becomes the Latest State to Impose Pay Transparency Requirements on Employers

Following in the footsteps of multiple other states, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey recently signed into law An Act Relative to Salary Range Transparency, which will impose pay transparency requirements on employers and require disclosure of certain salary information to the Commonwealth.

Employers No Longer Need to Take Action on Non-Competes Before September 4

On August 20, 2024, a federal judge issued a nationwide injunction, which will at least in the near term prevent the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from enforcing its rule banning non-competes.

Choate Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2025

The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized 44 Choate attorneys in its 2025 edition. Recognition in Best Lawyers® is based entirely on peer review and is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor.

Uncertainty for Employers as September 4th Effective Date for FTC Non-Compete Ban Approaches

Despite uncertainty around the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) April rule to ban nearly all non-compete agreements, employers should remain prepared to provide written notices to employees with non-compete provisions by September 4, 2024.

Choate Ranks Highly in 2024 Legal 500

The 2024 edition of The Legal 500 recognized 40 Choate attorneys in their respective fields and 10 practice areas.

Choate Lawyers and Practice Groups Recognized by Chambers 2024

The 2024 edition of Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business recognized 34 Choate attorneys as leading counsel in their respective fields, with seven receiving Band 1 rankings.

U.S. Department of Labor Implements Rules for Higher FLSA Exemption Thresholds

The United States Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a rule that will make more workers eligible to receive overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new rule also increases the minimum annual salary required for workers to qualify for “white collar exemptions.”

FTC Imposes Ban on Virtually All Employment-Related Noncompete Agreements

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has voted 3-2 to ban virtually all non-compete agreements that employers have with their workers in the United States (including employees and independent contractors).