Pitfalls of Social Media in the Workplace

Social media is rapidly expanding in scope and utilization, and has fundamentally shifted how people discover information and communicate with each other. As employees increasingly use social media and personal electronic devices, both within and outside the scope of their employment, employers are facing increasing challenges as technology continues to evolve. Employers need to be cognizant of its effects throughout the employment relationship—from hiring to discharge—and the potential aftermath when an employee leaves.

Please join panelists from our employment and labor practice for a complimentary webinar that will explore key developments impacting employers and provide practical guidance for assessing or reacting to social media or electronic device usage.

Key topics that will be covered include: 

• Employee privacy considerations, during and after the hiring process
• Issues involving use of personal electronic devices
• Strategic considerations for inappropriate use of social media or electronic devices
• Employees’ right to engage in protected concerted activity under the NLRA
• Protection of trade secrets and confidential information

Applications for CLE credit are pending in California and New York.