Recent announcements and actions from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) highlight various employment compliance issues, including religious harassment, disability discrimination, and deceptive pricing practices.
EEOC settlements and lawsuits
The EEOC has announced several settlements and lawsuits related to religious harassment, disability discrimination, and sex-based harassment, resulting in payments to affected employees and changes to company policies.
FTC actions on deceptive pricing practices
The FTC has taken action against companies engaging in deceptive pricing practices, including suing Dollar General for charging consumers more than advertised prices and issuing letters to hospitals reminding them of their legal obligation to provide patients with accurate pricing information.
EEOC and FTC joint settlement
The EEOC and the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division have secured a $5 million joint settlement with Instacart for discriminating against U.S. workers based on citizenship status and national origin.
What to watch next
- EEOC guidance on religious accommodations
- FTC rulemaking on deceptive pricing practices
- Department of Labor news releases
Official sources
- Source 1: U.S. EEOC newsroom
Newsroom | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Source 2: Federal Trade Commission press releases
Press Releases | Federal Trade Commission - Source 3: U.S. Department of Labor news releases
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