Unraveling the Concept of Garden Leave: Insights From Silicon Valley — Hiring to Firing Podcast
As states across the country move to limit or ban non-compete agreements, Florida is taking a sharp turn in the opposite direction. Already a friendly jurisdiction for non-competes, the state is doubling down on employer...more
Employers can relax and enjoy the Florida sunshine. Here is why: On April 24, 2025, the Florida Legislature passed the Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act. Not...more
What is the CHOICE Act? On April 24, 2025, Florida state lawmakers passed the Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth Act or CHOICE Act. The CHOICE Act is a law reforming...more
As referenced in our blog post discussing notable noncompete changes nationwide, Florida lawmakers are changing how the Sunshine State views noncompete and garden leave agreements....more
The Florida House and Senate recently passed the Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act by an overwhelming majority. The CHOICE Act will substantially reshape Florida...more
A bill recently passed by the Florida House and Senate and poised to become law effective July 1, 2025, will substantially change the noncompete landscape for employers doing business in Florida. If Gov. Ron DeSantis signs...more