FTC Noncompete Rule Is Set Aside, But Appeal Is Expected and States May Act

The FTC’s near-total ban on noncompetes was set aside this week, but appeals are likely. Partners David Schwartz, Parker Rider-Longmaid and Joseph Rancour review the decision that led to the ban’s suspension and discuss why employers should monitor moves at the state level, where there have been efforts to impose bans on noncompetes or extend existing restrictions.