The DOL's Independent Contractor Rule aims to clarify the criteria for determining whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee. This distinction is crucial as it affects everything from tax obligations to benefits and legal protections.

Non-compete agreements, also referred to as “non-competes” have long been a staple document used by employers of all sizes to protect their business interests. However, the era of non-competes in U.S. employment is coming to an end after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its final rule to prohibit the use of these agreements across the country.