New Overtime Rules
In May 2016, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued its revised overtime rule, which increased the overtime salary limit from $23,660 to $47,476. The final rule can be found here. The rule is specific to employees who are considered exempt under the executive, administrative and professional exemptions. The new rule will become effective December 1, 2016.
The Changing Future of Non-Compete Agreements in Washington, Part 2
We previously wrote about House Bills 2406 and 2931, which would significantly change the use of non-compete agreements in Washington. At the end of the session, both bills went to the House “X” file, which made it likely that neither would be passed this session. At the beginning of the Special Session both bills were reintroduced. However, the House adjourned the special session without taking further action.
The Changing Future of Non-Compete Agreements in Washington
In Washington, many employers use non-compete agreements to protect their businesses. While Washington courts have always imposed limits on their validity, they are frequently enforced by the courts. In Olympia, there are two bills currently under consideration that would impose further restrictions on the use of non-competes in Washington.