California occupational licensing bill picks winners and losers based on their race
California legislators are considering a bill that gives the government the authority to choose winners and losers based solely on their race. According to the Little Hoover Commission, as of 2016, one in five Californians are required to obtain an occupational license before they are allowed to earn a living in their chosen career field. … ...
Pennsylvania tree service company sues to block unlawful ban on non-compete agreements
Today, ATS Tree Services, LLC filed suit against the Federal Trade Commission to block its national ban on non-compete agreements. … ...
ATS Tree Services, LLC v. Federal Trade Commission
Adam Servin founded ATS Tree Services in 2014, offering tree removal services and firewood sales in Pennsylvania. ATS asks new employees to sign a one-year non-compete agreement, meaning an employee who leaves must wait one year before working at a competitor tree care company in the same geographic area as ATS. In 2024, the FTC issued a new rule b ...
Georgia takes first steps to end antiquated CON laws
On Friday, Governor Brian Kemp signed into law HB 1339, which partially reduces Georgia’s restrictions on healthcare innovation. The bill substantially reforms the state’s Certificate of Need program, lightening the burden on new healthcare services across the state and improving healthcare access in rural areas. … ...
The Center Square: Greater government accountability comes to Indiana
As the legislative session unfolded in Indianapolis, a theme emerged – the government must be more accountable to the people. Gov. Eric Holcomb’s recent signing of a suite of new bills ensures that Indiana’s courts and executive agencies are serving their proper roles and not abusing their power. Hoosiers across the state will benefi ...
With Sheetz victory, PLF’s record at the Supreme Court is unmatched
On April 12, 2024, the Supreme Court ruled for Pacific Legal Foundation client George Sheetz in a case challenging extortionate permit fees for homebuilders. PLF now has won 18 of 20 cases we’ve litigated at the Supreme Court. Ten of the 18, including Sheetz, were unanimous decisions. Seven were won in the past five years. … ...
Asking hard questions about the law on Passover
One of the main themes of the Passover seder is asking questions. Early in the evening, the youngest child capable of reading (or singing) recites “Ma Nishtana,” which asks why we do things differently tonight—at the seder—from all other nights (we eat matzah, we all recline, etc.). Many parts of the seder are structured to … ...
MMA fighter Renato Moicano praises Constitution and private property at UFC 300, after PLF commercial airs
After winning his match during last weekend’s UFC 300 in Las Vegas, Brazilian mixed martial artist Renato Moicano delivered a rather unconventional victory speech. Moicano did not use his moment in the sun to boast of his win against his opponent Jalin Turner or reflect on the long road he traveled to become champion. Instead, … ...