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A seasoned business litigator who focuses a significant part of his practice on labor and employment matters, Michael Twomey works closely with clients to achieve pragmatic, favorable resolutions that simultaneously achieve their goals and minimize the expense and disruption of protracted disputes.

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  • SB 1318 would expand non-compete limitations on physicians, dentists, nurses, and physician assistants.
  • Restrictive covenants would be limited to one year in duration and a five-mile geographic scope.
  • If enacted, the law would take effect September 1, 2025, and apply only to new or renewed agreements, prompting employers to review and revise their current contracts.

A significant proposal that would limit non-compete agreements for physicians, dentists, nurses, and physician assistants in Texas is headed to Governor Abbott’s desk. Senate Bill 1318 (SB 1318), authored by Senator Charles Schwertner seeks to balance employer protections with workforce mobility and patient care.

For healthcare employers, the legislation will require substantial changes to new non-compete contracts in Texas.Continue Reading Texas May Soon Reshape Non-Competes for Healthcare Workers: What Employers Need to Know