Legal and Regulatory
Where Does the FTC's Noncompete Ban Stand?
The FTC's noncompete ban would have taken place one month ago if not for a block from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas. As developments continue to unfold behind the scenes, review what this ban could mean for construction companies.
By Jay Aldis and Patrick Kelly
October 4, 2024
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by Jay Aldis
Jay Aldis is a partner at Gray Reed, Houston. A trial lawyer with nearly 30 years of experience, Aldis helps guide employers of all sizes through complex disputes that arise in the workplace. He has helped clients across the country resolve hundreds of difficult cases at trial, in arbitration, on summary judgment and through settlement negotiations, including claims involving all types of discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, wage and hour/overtime disputes, occupational health and safety issues, and whistleblower suits. He is board certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. jaldis@grayreed.com
by Patrick Kelly
Patrick Kelly is an associate at Gray Reed, Houston. A commercial litigator, Kelly is focused on representing construction clients through every stage of the dispute resolution process. He has experience with a broad range of legal issues, including breach of contract, fraud, partnership disputes, business divorces, payment disputes, construction defects, liens, payment bond claims, adversary proceedings, the bankruptcy claims process, Chapter 11 bankruptcy issues, UCC claims and sovereign immunity. Kelly is a frequent author and speaker on construction law issues, and also is a co-editor of Gray Reed’s Texas Construction Law blog. pkelly@grayreed.com
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