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Patrick Causey Authors Tampa Bay Business Journal Article on FTC’s Proposed Non-Compete Ban

By Litigation and Dispute Resolution, News

In an article published in the March 3, 2023 issue of Tampa Bay Business Journal, shareholder Patrick Causey discussed the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed rule, which, if implemented, would ban non-compete agreements nationwide. With such a drastic rule change on the table, Causey explained why it is imperative that…

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Five Steps an Employer Should Take if it Suspects a Former Employee Violated a Non-Compete by Patrick Causey

By Employment, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, News

Featured in Tampa Bay Business & Wealth, May 2021 Non-compete lawsuits are typically quick and very expensive. Although a normal lawsuit can last years, a non-compete case may be resolved in as little as three months. It is therefore critical for employers to move quickly to preserve and obtain evidence…

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Tips for Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreements by Patrick M. Causey

By Litigation and Dispute Resolution, News

Originally published in Tampa Bay Business and Wealth, April 2019 Non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, also known as restrictive covenants, are commonplace in today’s businesses.  Below are answers to frequently asked questions and tips to employers and employees on how to approach negotiating them. At their core, restrictive covenants aim to…

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