On Legislation to Limit Use of Non-Compete Agreements and Certain Restrictive Covenants in New York

Summary

On May 23, 2023, Najah Farley testified before the New York State Senate Standing Committee on Labor and Senate Standing Committee on Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business in support of S.3100, which would amend labor law, in relation to prohibiting non-compete agreements and certain restrictive covenants in New York. The bill would significantly limit the use of noncompete covenants for employees and independent contractors in New York State.