Tennessee Law Prohibits Non-Disclosure Provisions in Agreements with respect to Sexual Harassment Claims

07/01/18

Author: ADP Admin/Monday, July 2, 2018/Categories: State Compliance Update, Tennessee

Tennessee has enacted a law that prohibits public and private employers from requiring an employee or prospective employee from executing or renewing a non-disclosure agreement with respect to claims of sexual harassment in the workplace as a condition of employment.

Coverage: Employers with employees in Tennessee.

Effective: Immediately.

Action Required: Employers in Tennessee should:

Become familiar with the new obligations under the law.
Review and revise policies, employment agreements and contracts to confirm that they do not contain impermissible non-disclosure provisions.

As always, please be sure to contact your HR Business Partner if you have any questions.

Disclaimer: This content provides practical information concerning the subject matter covered and is provided with the understanding that ADP is not rendering legal advice.

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