Becker's Healthcare October 17, 2024
Francesca Mathewes

In August, the FTC’s ban on noncompete agreements was struck down by a Texas federal judge.

U.S. District Judge Ada Brown ruled the FTC could not use its power to completely ban noncompetes. The decision immediately sparked controversy. Some ASC leaders and other healthcare providers saw the ban as making it easier for physicians to leave hospital employment and enter private practice. Others are wary that a total ban on noncompetes could have a negative impact on ASCs and physician owners.

However, in an Oct. 14 blog post, employment and labor-focused law firm Jackson Lewis said that despite the recent ruling, the controversy surrounding the non-compete ban may not be over just yet.

While two other pending...

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