In a dramatic escalation of the rivalry between HR firms Rippling and Deel, Rippling has filed a 50-page lawsuit alleging racketeering and misappropriation of trade secrets. The lawsuit centers on claims that a Rippling employee acted as a spy for Deel, accessing sensitive company information through Slack. Deel has denied all allegations, asserting that Rippling is attempting to divert attention from its own legal troubles. As both companies compete in the crowded HR tech market, the lawsuit highlights the intense pressures and tactics employed in this sector.