This afternoon, the FTC voted to adopt a proposed final rule banning most non-competes with workers in the United States. The final rule provides that it is an unfair method of competition—and therefore a violation of Section 5 of the FTC Act—for employers to enter into non-competes with workers. The Commission found that non-competes tend to negatively affect competitive conditions in labor markets by inhibiting efficient matching between workers and employers. The Commission also found that... By: Seyfarth Shaw LLP ..read more

Welcome, readers. We are at a pivotal juncture in the realm of non-compete law. Today, we will be providing real-time coverage of a consequential Federal Trade Commission (FTC) meeting. This is not just an ordinary meeting; it’s a crucial dialogue on non-compete agreements, with an anticipated announcement of a final rule that could potentially ban most non-competes with workers.... By: Seyfarth Shaw LLP ..read more

On April 23, 2024, the FTC adopted a comprehensive ban on noncompetes. The FTC’s noncompete ban affects both intellectual property protection and employment agreements/procedures.... By: Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C ..read more

In the digital age, fans have embraced the opportunity to put a spin on famous corporate logos. Reimagining logos may be a way for consumers to express a connection they have to the brands, teams, and franchises they love and support. However, it does not come without legal risks.... By: Seyfarth Shaw LLP ..read more

Two of the busiest airports in the United States are battling with their smaller counterparts to retain trademark rights in the name of the major cities the airports serve. While the smaller airports want to capitalize on using big city names, the federal trademark-holding larger airports are fighting hard to prevent that, arguing it will sow confusion among travelers.... By: Miller Canfield ..read more

Every month, Erise’s trademark attorneys review the latest developments at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, in the courts, and across the corporate world to bring you the stories that you should know about: David Chang, Momofuku Drops Enforcement of ‘Chile Crunch’ and ‘Chili Crunch’ - Celebrity chef David Chang, founder of the Momofuku restaurant and food brand, announced this month that he and his company would no longer continue the controversial enforcement of its trademarks for... By: Erise IP ..read more

On April 19, 2024, the USPTO published a long-awaited Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that followed its April 2023 Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM). The proposed rules package, Patent Trial and Appeal Board Rules of Practice for Briefing Discretionary Denial Issues, and Rules for 325(d) Considerations, Instituting Parallel and Serial Petitions, and Termination Due to Settlement Agreement, includes updates to three areas of PTAB practice. 89 Fed. Reg. 28693 (April 19, 2024).... By: Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C ..read more

ACI and CRN are excited to welcome you back to New York City this Spring for our 12th Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Forum on Dietary Supplements. Network and collaborate with over 150 industry stakeholders to explore how the changing legal and regulatory landscape will impact current industry policies and best practices.... By: American Conference Institute (ACI ..read more

Today, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) adopted a final rule (3-2) banning new non-compete agreements for both senior executives and non-senior executives. Companies may continue to enforce existing non-compete agreements entered into with “senior executives.” However, preexisting non-compete agreements for all other workers will become unenforceable (recission not required) and companies will be obligated to provide adequate notice to all such workers.... By: Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP ..read more

Earlier today, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it had voted to essentially ban all non-compete agreements in the United States. Specifically, the FTC issued a final proposed rule banning new non-competes with all workers, including senior executives, and rendering unenforceable any pre-existing non-competes for workers who are not senior executives.... By: Fox Rothschild LLP ..read more