A Ruling and Order issued on April 28, 2023 by the US District Court for the District of Connecticut in United States v. Patel, et al. ran the government’s losing streak to four failed trials seeking to criminally prosecute alleged wage-fixing and no-poach agreements. To review, in 2016 the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) and the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued Antitrust Guidance for Human Resources Professionals that warned of potential criminal prosecutions for so-called “naked” no-poach agreements, ie , agreements among competing businesses to restrict hiring or compensation of employees, untethered to any legitimate collaborative relationship.Since 2020, the DOJ has taken four such criminal cases to trial, without success.…
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Deborah L. de Vries Named Co-Leader of Anchin’s Law Firm Group
NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Anchin, a premiere New York-based accounting and advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Partner Deborah L. de Vries has been named the new Co-Leader of Anchin’s Law Firm Group. Deborah, who also co-leads the Compensation & Benefits Group, is an invaluable resource for law firms seeking business and consulting services. She also actively develops continuing education and professional resources for Anchin’s Law Firm Practice.Following several new hire announcements, Deborah’s appointment is an exciting example of continued internal advancement at Anchin. “The Professional Services Group has always included outstanding talent, and to see Deborah be recognized for her depth of knowledge, experience and leadership is a testament to the group’s commitment to helping its members learn and grow,” says Chris NoblePartner, Leader of the Professional Services Group.…
Ethical Issues for Attorneys Regarding Restrictive Covenants
our colleagues Peter A. Steinmeyer, Erik W. Weibustand Angel A. Perez co-authored an article in Thomson Reuters Practical Law’s The Journalentitled “Restrictive Covenants: Ethical Issues for Attorneys.”Following is an excerpt: Companies across the US commonly use non-compete agreements and other restrictive covenants to protect the company’s legitimate business interests. These agreements are used with employees at all levels but often focus on those with access to the company’s trade secrets and confidential information. In-house attorneys, in particular, may take on non-legal, business roles that expose them to sensitive information that the company seeks to protect from competitors and public disclosure.…
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NY law firm launches in DC with white-collar duo
(Reuters) – New York law firm Harris St. Laurent & Wechsler expanded to Washington, DC, on Monday with the hire of two well-known white-collar lawyers. The firm, which is focused on commercial litigation and white-collar enforcement, brought on Barry Pollack and Addy Schmitt to run its new operation in Washington. Schmitt, who will be managing partner of the office, arrives from law firm Miller & Chevalier, while Pollack joins from Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel. “The DC market, like a lot of markets, has been seeing the boutique firms being eaten up by the large firms,” said Jonathan Harris, the managing partner of Harris St.…
Please contact the Portnoy Law Firm
Investors can contact the law firm at no cost to learn more about recovering their losses LOS ANGELES, July 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Portnoy Law Firm advises Virtu Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: VIRT) investors that a lawsuit filed on behalf of investors that purchased Virtu securities between March 1, 2019 and April 28, 2023, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). Investors are encouraged to contact an attorney Lesley F. Portnoyby phone 844-767-8529 or e-mail: [email protected], to discuss their legal rights, or click here to join the case via www.portnoylaw.com. The Portnoy Law Firm can provide a free case evaluation and discuss investors’ options for pursuing claims to recover their losses.…