Georgia Supreme Court Reverses Decision, Holds Express Geographic Restriction Not Required in Restrictive Covenants
At both the state and federal level, there has been a great deal of legal activity related to the use of restrictive covenants, many of which bar an employee from going to work for a business competitor. While the Federal Trade Commission’s attempt to establish a rule...
Companies and Business Groups Challenge Federal Reclassification of Independent Contractors
When the U.S. Department of Labor revised the standard for classifying workers as independent contractors early in 2024, representatives from many different industries objected. Construction firms, rideshare services, home health providers and other companies rely...
New Georgia Law Establishes Annual List of Industries Where Employees are in High Demand
With a constantly evolving economy, the needs of employers are always changing as well. In this environment, companies throughout Georgia are often unable to find worthy candidates who can fill their open jobs. Small businesses in particular face challenges when they...
Georgia Doctor Claims Liquidated Damages Clause in Employment Contract Is Excessive
Both parties to an employment agreement have interests that deserve protection. Clauses requiring liquidated damages in the event of an early departure are frequently utilized by employers in competitive fields. In the case of medical professionals, it might be...
Georgia Retirement Community Forced to Pay Settlement in Age Discrimination Case
You might figure that a retirement community would be vigilant about respecting the legal rights of older employees, particularly those who have been recognized for their outstanding work. Unfortunately, a recent Georgia case brought by the U.S. Equal Employment...
Judge Allows FTC Ban on Restrictive Covenants to Stand
When the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a near-total ban on restrictive covenants that are meant to prevent people from working for a former employer’s competitor, many businesses objected, and some challenged the new rule in courts around the country. One...
Former Fulton County Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment and Assault
Sexual harassment can occur in any type of job. A recent case demonstrates that charges of predatory behavior can even arise in a workplace that is supposedly dedicated to ensuring justice for Georgia residents. In a disturbing case of alleged sexual harassment and...
Legislators Seeking to End Subminimum Wage Rule for Disabled Workers
Employees with disabilities who can do a specific job deserve the same wages as their co-workers. However, several community rehabilitation providers in Georgia have been taking advantage of a federal law that exempts disabled employees from federal minimum wage laws....
Georgia General Mills Employees Allege Racial Discrimination in Lawsuit
General Mills is responsible for creating numerous cereal brands that have been part of American breakfasts for decades. Chex, Cheerios, Golden Grahams, and Cocoa Puffs are just some of the cereals made by the company. Various General Mills brands are produced right...