Social Media and Your Workplace: What Every Employer Should Know

The use of social media has expanded exponentially in the last few years and is likely to continue unabated. Employers must take a fresh look at the impact of social media use by their employees on their workplaces. Understanding the ramifications of social media use, and how to legally manage it, reduces risk and makes good business sense. This course, taught by the Directors of Labor & Employment Law at Gibbons P.C., Susan Nardone and Kelly Ann Bird, will explain what you need to know to effectively handle social media in the workplace.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Assess social media’s impact on the workplace
2. Understand the employment laws that govern social media workplace issues and policies, including limits on restricting employees’ social networking activities, and social media privacy laws
3. Identify and implement best practices
4. Evaluate the risks of using social media in employment decisions