Coalition Wants DeSantis to Veto Bill Expanding Scope of Noncompete Agreements

Coalition wants DeSantis to veto bill expanding scope of noncompete agreements

(Via New York State Bar Association) While several states have imposed bans on noncompete agreements, the Florida Legislature went the opposite way during its recent session and made it easier for employers to impose these agreements on workers. That’s prompted a coalition of organizations and law professors to ask Gov. Ron DeSantis to veto the measure (HB 1219) — known as the CHOICE Act — when it reaches his desk. The name stands for Contracts …

Employee Alleges California Company Enforced Illegal Non-Compete Agreements

A class action lawsuit has been filed against a California-based company accused of enforcing unlawful non-compete agreements, potentially affecting numerous employees' rights to work freely. The complaint was lodged by Daniel Gonzalez on May 5, 2025, in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, targeting Vortex Industries, LLC.The case revolves around allegations that Vortex Industries imposed restrictive covenants on its employe…

The CHOICE Act: An Unprecedented Shift in the Future of Noncompete Agreements in Florida

The Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act marks a significant shift in the state’s approach to noncompete agreements, reinforcing employer protections and reshaping restrictive covenants. This legislation, set to take effect on July 1, 2025, establishes a presumption that covered noncompete agreements and garden leave provisions are enforceable, making Florida one of the most employ…