New Federal Rule Banning Noncompetes; Exception for Sale of a Business

On April 23, 2024 the Federal Trade Commission issued a final rule banning certain noncompetition agreements in the United States. Many clients have been asking how this new rule impacts noncompetition agreements entered into in connection with the sale of a business. Answer: Under § 910.3 (a) of the rule, the FTC...
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A Novel Defense Strategy Reverses a Summary Suspension in 28 Days

Andrew Hyams won a reversal of a summary suspension at the Board of Registration in Medicine in 28 days, utilizing a legal procedure not included in the Board’s summary suspension regulation. In the past, it has taken doctors months and years to reverse summary suspensions. Mr. Hyams co-counseled the case with Kenneth...
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KCL Insights: June 28, 8018

The latest issue of KCL Insights includes recent news and blog posts: Does Your Company Need an Employee Handbook? Andra Hutchins Volunteers with BBA Law Day in Boston Schools

KCL Insights: August 9, 2018

The latest issue of KCL Insights includes recent news and blog posts: Parent’s Death Sparks Siblings’ Disputes Over Inheritance KCL Resolves Complicated Personal Injury Case Download the PDF version: KCL Insights August 9, 2018

Innovator’s Counsel – Can Non-Compete Agreements Protect My Start-up?

I am often asked by entrepreneurs and start-up companies if it is worth their time and money to enforce non-compete agreements. As with most business decisions, it is important to understand the pros and cons of non-compete agreements before answering the question. In this latest Innovator’s Counsel update, I outline the current Massachusetts...
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KCL Insights: March 10, 2017

The latest issue of KCL Insights includes recent client wins and blog posts. Andrew Hyams Testifies Against Proposed Board of Medicine Regulations – Andrew Hyams Former Employee Not Entitled to Unemployment Benefits in Massachusetts – Andra Hutchins

Have Your Civil Rights Been Violated Under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

We are often contacted by people who believe their civil rights have been violated and want to file a lawsuit. However, many of these instances do not qualify for protection under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Here are some very general guidelines on what civil rights are protected under the ADA....
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