EEOC on What Constitutes Unlawful Harassment, Employers’ Next Steps After FTC Noncompete Ban, New Rule on Association Health Plans, more

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SHRM's HR Daily April 30, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     EEOC Final Guidance Provides Many Examples of Unlawful Harassment Employers should adhere to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC's) final guidance on what behaviors constitute unlawful harassment, which may be based on factors other than sex, including race, religion and pregnancy.     FTC Noncompete Ban: Employers' Next Steps While the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's (FTC's) new rule banning noncompete agreements faces legal challenges, workplace experts say employers should prepare for the rule by reviewing existing agreements, exploring alternatives and focusing on retention efforts, which have taken on added importance.   Advertisement     Get a List of the Best HRIS Systems for your Company Finding a new HRIS/payroll solution for your company doesn't have to be a pain. Let the experts at Matchr do the heavy lifting for you! 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