7 Questions to Consider Before Disciplining Employees for Social Media Posts
Employers may be concerned about employee social media activity, even if it is done outside of work and focused on personal messages. Posts with controversial or inflammatory messages are often seen by coworkers, customers, and business partners and can draw unwanted attention to employers, particularly amid the current polarized political climate in the United States. Quick Hits Employers may want to carefully consider several key questions before taking disciplinary action against employees for social media activity , particularly in light of potential legal protections and perception of fairness. Clear and consistently enforced employee policies are important to avoid claims of discrimination or retaliation stemming from social media incidents. If employee social media activity has come to management’s attention, here are seven questions to consider asking before taking disciplinary action over a post, reel, or the like . 1. Does the jurisdiction where an employer is loc...