Linda M Jackson

Linda M Jackson

December 07, 2023 | New York Law Journal

New York's Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Agreements Is Dramatically Overbroad

New York state is poised to enact a radical change to its employment laws: the elimination of all noncompetition agreements. A sweeping bill passed by the state Legislature in June 2023 now awaits signature from Governor Kathy Hochul, who is considering the measure. Although well-intentioned, this legislation is deeply misguided. The governor would be wise to reject it.

By Linda M. Jackson and Brian Farkas

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