Daily brief · September 23, 2026

U.S. Employment Compliance Developments

Recent updates from the EEOC and FTC

The EEOC has announced several settlements and lawsuits related to disability discrimination, sex harassment, and religious discrimination. The FTC has taken action against companies for unfair and deceptive business practices.

EEOC Settlements and Lawsuits

The EEOC has announced settlements with AMC, North American Stamping Group, and Butterball, among others, related to disability discrimination, sex harassment, and religious discrimination. The EEOC has also filed lawsuits against Blue Bell Creameries, Design Cuisine, and Gate Gourmet.

FTC Actions

The FTC has taken action against companies for unfair and deceptive business practices, including FleetCor, Amway, and Humboldt Merchant Services. The FTC has also published guidance on price transparency for auto dealers and proposed a policy statement on personalized pricing.

What to watch next

  • EEOC guidance on disability discrimination
  • FTC enforcement of personalized pricing policy
  • Updates on EEOC lawsuits and settlements

Official sources

  1. Source 1: U.S. EEOC newsroom
    Newsroom | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
  2. Source 2: Federal Trade Commission press releases
    Press Releases | Federal Trade Commission
  3. Source 3: U.S. Department of Labor news releases
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