President Biden Signs the Speak Out Act

On December 7, 2022, President Biden signed the Speak Out Act, which limits the enforceability of nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses in pre-dispute agreements for disputes involving sexual harassment and assault. The law is effective immediately, and may retroactively impact the validity of already existing nondisclosure and nondisparagement agreements.

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EEOC Issues Updated “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” Poster

On October 19, 2022, the EEOC updated its “Know Your Rights” poster, regarding guidance on Federal anti-discrimination laws, worker protections from workplace discrimination, and remedies available to employees who believe they have experienced discrimination. The new poster, which was revised on October 20, 2022, replaces the previous “EEO is the Law” poster.

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Kate TownleyEEOC, Discrimination