In today’s politically charged climate, employers are facing more pressure than ever when employees’ social media posts spark controversy at work. Posts that blur the line between personal expression and workplace impact raise tough questions:

• What control do employers really have over employees’ online activity?
• Does it matter if a post identifies the employer — by name, uniform, or profile?
• How can businesses protect their reputation without overstepping?
• How far can discipline go before liability risks arise?
• What policies and procedures set the best guardrails?

In this episode of Ground Rules, Pam, Doug, and Jennifer explore the legal and practical risks of disciplining employees for social media posts, drawing lessons from recent cases and offering strategies to help employers respond thoughtfully and lawfully.

*Ground Rules hosts and guests are not providing legal advice in this podcast. Do not act upon any of the information discussed in this podcast without first consulting a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.*

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