In the early $2000$s$,$ several high$-$profile tech companies in Silicon Valley, including Apple, Google, Intel, and Adobe, were found to have entered into $"$no$-$poaching agreements." These agreements prohibited one company from hiring employees from another, effectively limiting job mobility and suppressing wages for thousands of skilled workers.This practice was later revealed through emails exchanged between top executives, which demonstrated an intentional effort to restrict competition in the labor market. The U$.$S$.$ Department of Justice deemed these agreements a violation of antitrust laws, and the companies involved faced significant fines and legal repercussions. However, the true cost was borne by the affected employees, whose career growth and earning potential were stifled.Ethical Questions:Is it ethical for companies to prioritize business interests over employee rights in this way?How should companies balance competitive strategies with fair treatment of employees?What role does HR play in preventing such practices, and how can HR professionals ensure ethical compliance in compensation?