Federal Court Rules 2024 DOL Overtime Rule is Unlawful
On Friday, November 15, 2024, a federal judge in Texas struck down the 2024 U.S. Department of Labor Rule that substantially increased the minimum salary thresholds for employees to qualify as exempt from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).
Federal Appeals Court Ruling on “Disability” to Impact PA Employers
Recently, a federal appeals court determined that temporary pain may be a “disability” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA), entitling employees to certain job accommodations and protections. This precedential decision from the Philadelphia-based Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit places employers on notice that an employee […]
Federal Judge Strikes Down FTC Noncompete Ban
On August 20, 2024, a U.S. federal district court judge issued an order prohibiting the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from enforcing its new rule, effectively banning almost all noncompete agreements. The rule was scheduled to become effective September 4, 2024, unless struck down.
Employment Law Team to Serve as Panelists for Lehigh Valley Business Virtual Discussion about FTC Noncompete Ban and Updated DOL Overtime Rules
Jacob D. Sitman and David M. Steckel of the firm’s Employment Law & Labor Relations team will participate in a virtual panel discussion with Lehigh Valley Business (LVB) addressing the recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) vote to ban the use of noncompetition agreements and new Department of Labor (DOL) rules on overtime on Wednesday, May […]
FLB Attorneys Named to 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. is pleased to announce that five attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2024 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. In addition, one attorney was named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers – Rising Stars Edition. Each year, no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected by the […]
New FTC Rule Voids Most Noncompete Clauses: A Paradigm Shift for Employment Contracts
On April 23, 2024, in a 3-2 vote, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), issued a landmark new rule prohibiting most noncompete clauses in employment contracts in an attempt to improve labor mobility and competition. The rule was proposed in January 2024 and subject to a 90-day public comment period, which drew more than 26,000 […]
Navigating the New Federal Overtime Rules: A Guide for Employers
On April 23, the U.S. Department of Labor issued its widely anticipated rule updating the employee overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new federal overtime rules marks a significant shift in how executive, administrative, and professional employees are classified. This change, effective July 1, 2024, raises the salary thresholds for exempt […]
Jake Sitman Guests on Voices of HR Podcast
Jacob M. Sitman, Shareholder and Chair of the firm’s Employment Law & Labor Relations Group, was a guest on HRMorning’s Voices of HR podcast. This weekly conversation with HR practitioners, thought leaders, and C-suite executives addresses what works and what doesn’t in human resources, people strategy, corporate culture, and more. Mr. Sitman offered his seasoned […]
Redefining the Workforce: The 2024 DOL Rule’s Impact on Independent Contractors
On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) announced the publication of its highly anticipated Final Rule regarding the test that should be applied to determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). The Final Rule goes into effect on March 11, 2024.
FLB Attorneys to Present at 2023 Pennsylvania Assisted Living Association Annual Fall Conference
Jacob M. Sitman of the firm’s Employment Law & Labor Relations Group and Peter E. Iorio of the firm’s Estate Planning & Administration Group will present to the Pennsylvania Assisted Living Association’s (PALA) annual fall conference on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. Jake and Pete will address the challenges faced by assisted living facility owners and […]