Tennessee Law Prohibits Non-Disclosure Provisions in Agreements with respect to Sexual Harassment Claims
07/01/18
Author: Jody Rodney/Monday, July 2, 2018/Categories: Compliance Corner
Effective date: Immediately
Details: 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.
Call to Action: 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 Service Team if you have any questions.