FTC Settles Competition Claims Against Rollins Inc Without Fines
Published Date: 4/22/2026
Notice
Summary
Rollins, Inc. is facing claims that it broke rules about fair competition, and the FTC has a deal to fix this. The company agrees to stop certain unfair practices, and the public can share their thoughts by May 22, 2026. This means Rollins will change how it does business, helping keep the market fair without any immediate money penalties announced.
Analyzed Economic Effects
6 provisions identified: 5 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Ban on Non‑Competes for Rollins Workers
If you work for Rollins (one of the largest U.S. pest‑control companies), the Proposed Order bars Rollins from entering into, maintaining, or enforcing post‑employment non‑compete agreements against Covered Employees. The complaint describes past non‑competes that lasted two years and typically restricted work within about a 75‑mile radius; the Order would stop those practices for covered workers.
You Can Advertise and Take Inquiries
Rollins may not prohibit Covered Employees from using general advertisements to solicit customers or from responding to customer inquiries initiated by Rollins customers. This lets former Rollins workers advertise or take customer calls even if those customers previously used Rollins.
No Fees, No Threats, No Public Claims
The Proposed Order prohibits Rollins from communicating to a Covered Employee or any prospective/current employer that the Covered Employee is subject to a Non‑Compete Agreement and from requiring any Covered Employee to pay fees or penalties related to a Non‑Compete Agreement.
Notice You Are Free to Compete
Rollins must give clear written notice to Covered Employees that they are not subject to a Non‑Compete Agreement, that they may compete with Rollins (including by starting their own business), and that they may solicit customers through general advertisements.
Order Lasts Ten Years
The Proposed Order's term is ten years, meaning the prohibitions and notice requirements would remain in place for a ten‑year period if the Order is made final.
Senior Leaders May Still Have Non‑Competes
The Order excludes certain senior employees—such as directors, officers, and senior leaders who exercise policy‑making authority and are eligible for equity or equity‑based interests—from the prohibition on Non‑Compete Agreements.
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