In a departure from the legislative trends in certain states to curtail post-employment restraints, the state of Florida has bucked the tide to take the most employer friendly approach to restrictive covenants.
On April 24,...more
7/25/2025
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In a decision poised to change the landscape of Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (“ERISA”) litigation, on April 17, 2025, the Supreme Court held in Cunningham et al. v. Cornell University et al. that a claimant...more
4/23/2025
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On December 18, 2024, the Delaware Supreme Court (the “Court”) held in LKQ Corp. v. Rutledge that forfeiture-for-competition provisions in employee equity award agreements are enforceable in certain contexts. This article...more
In the dynamic landscape of global private equity, MIPs are a crucial tool for attracting, retaining, and motivating executive talent. In this article, we highlight key issues and practical tips for companies planning to...more
12/11/2024
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Among its many impacts on society, COVID-19 has changed, perhaps permanently, how employees interact with each other and the workplace. As some businesses begin to reopen their doors to their workforce, they should consider...more
In the wake of the market disruption caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, many employers are considering employee furloughs as an alternative to layoffs. Furloughs generally refer to a mandatory, but temporary, cessation from...more