What’s New at the EEOC and What It Means for You

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the federal agency that investigates violations of and enforces laws prohibiting employment discrimination at the federal level. As a department within the executive...
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Are There Ways to Get Out of Noncompete Agreements?

Noncompete agreements are big business. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) estimates that 18% of Americans — roughly 30 million people — are covered by them. While the FTC’s effort to ban most noncompete agreements is...
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How to Draft a Fair, Effective, and Enforceable NDA

Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are one of the most important types of employment agreements for any business. Generally, they obligate those who sign them to refrain from disclosing certain information to third parties....
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Executive Order 14173 on DEI: What It Means for Federal Contractors

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have been a major focus for employers over the past decade, both in the private sector and public sector. Proponents of DEI programs say that a diverse workforce is essential...
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5 Things Teens Should Know About Their Workplace Rights

Getting a job as a teenager is a major milestone on the road to adulthood. Summer and after-school jobs teach teenagers the value of work and the importance of responsibility, not to mention allowing them a small taste of...
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