Kevin Borowske is still mulling it over after being fired last week—and evicted as of February 28. Was he a scientist with the proprietary recipe for a cleaning solution? Was he the holder of a confidential blueprint concealing the secret rooms in the condo? Otherwise, he’s at a loss as to why the property management company FirstService Residential had him sign a non-compete agreement when he was hired as a caretaker—a job that blends janitorial and light housekeeping services—at a h...| Labor Notes
Executive actions the Biden administration can take to tackle inequality in the U.S. workforce and improve job quality.| Equitable Growth
Voleon has sought to restrict employees from working for rivals despite a state noncompete ban. Its tactics could serve as a template in New York.| Business Insider
This article was originally published in The American Prospect. Read on the original site here. In the last three years, a cadre of dedicated Biden appointees has worked vigorously to check corporate power and improve ordinary Americans’ lives. And this group has been wildly successful, much to the chagrin of corporations, and apparently some of their […]| Revolving Door Project
There are types of contracts that you should be wary of signing, particularly in the software engineering and IT industry. There are potential pitfalls of non-compete clauses, confidentiality agreements, exclusive distribution agreements, and vague project-based agreements. It's important to understand the implications of work-for-hire clauses, one-sided termination clauses, and unclear compensation rules. Read contracts thoroughly, negotiate terms, and seek legal advice if necessary. Remembe...| Vadim Kravcenko