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Rising Opposition to Restrictive Covenant Agreements Sparks Federal and State Actions: Impact on Companies and Employees Revealed

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MILWAUKEE, WI – The use of restrictive covenant agreements by companies to safeguard their business interests is facing scrutiny from federal and state governments. Despite bipartisan efforts in Congress falling short, federal agencies and state legislatures are actively pursuing measures to limit the implementation of such agreements. In 2016, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ) released their Antitrust Guidance for Human Resource Professionals, focusing on no-poaching and wage-fixing agreements that fall under antitrust law. This guidance allowed employers to defend their restrictive covenants by proving the necessity of protecting legitimate business … Read more

Donald Trump Has Spent Nearly $50 Million on Legal Fees Since First Criminal Indictment, With Costs Still Rising

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Former President Donald Trump has paid his lawyers nearly $50 million since March 2023 as he approaches the one-year mark since his first criminal indictment, according to filings from his PAC Save America. The ex-president has controversially relied on donors to fund his personal legal battles, leading to escalating costs. Trump’s leadership PAC, Save America, has spent $76.5 million from March 30, 2023, through the end of February, with approximately $47.4 million specifically allocated to legal consulting, attorney payroll, and other legal-related services. Comparatively, between November 2020 and March 29, 2023, Save America spent $25.2 … Read more

Rising Incidents of Violence Prompt Calls for Enhanced Courthouse Security in Clark County

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – In a series of unsettling incidents, the Regional Justice Center in Las Vegas has witnessed three separate attacks since the beginning of the year. One of these incidents gained national attention when a 31-year-old man, Deobra Redden, launched a dramatic attack on a judge during a courtroom hearing. The alarming frequency of these incidents has raised concerns about security within the courthouse. According to District Court Chief Judge Jerry Wiese, these three incidents in such a short period of time are highly unusual, as the court typically does not experience such … Read more

Otterbourg PC Launches Innovative Cross-Departmental Mass Tort Bankruptcy Group Amid Rising Demand for Bankruptcy Talent

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New York, NY – In a move indicative of the legal industry’s current trend, Otterbourg PC has announced the establishment of a mass tort bankruptcy practice group. This comes as many major law firms continue to seek out talent specializing in bankruptcy law. Under the guidance of a newly hired restructuring attorney, this cross-departmental group aims to streamline handling of mass tort bankruptcy cases. The decision by Otterbourg PC to formalize their mass tort bankruptcy practice group underscores the increasing importance placed on this area of law. With the surge in high-profile bankruptcies and mass … Read more