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Navigating the West Virginia Safer Workplace Act: What To Do When an Employee Reports to Work Under the Influence

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The holiday season and corresponding celebratory shenanigans will soon be upon us. This means that many employers may be facing the question, “What do we do when someone brings their party to work?” This article aims to cover...more

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EntertainHR: Yippee-Ki-Yay! Best Practices for Your Holiday Party

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Now that Thanksgiving has passed, the first frost has turned to the first snow (at least here in the Upper Midwest), and Michigan has beaten Ohio State (again), the transition to holiday season is underway, and everyone can...more

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Jingle all the Way… To Court: An Employer’s Checklist for Holiday Parties

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But for HR professionals, it can be the most stressful. While organizations throughout the country are preparing to hold their annual holiday celebrations, employers may unwittingly...more

Miles & Stockbridge P.C.

How Employers Can Avoid Legal Hangovers During Holiday Party Season

When the weather outside is frightful, company holiday party season can be so delightful. The soirees are a great opportunity for colleagues to celebrate everyone’s hard work and get to know one another better....more

Robinson+Cole Manufacturing Law Blog

Let the Gifts Be the Only Surprise at the Company Holiday Party

‘Tis especially the season this year for company holiday parties.  Manufacturers may have avoided hosting large group gatherings over the last few years, including parties, and may be seeking ways to engage workers and...more

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Bah humbug! Don’t invite injuries to your holiday party

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It’s that time of year again when employers start planning year-end holiday parties. While most parties go off without a hitch, occasionally, unfortunate accidents do happen....more

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Making Spirits Bright – Tips for Alcohol Permittees This Holiday Season

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year.  And for many, this holiday season marks the return to social gatherings of pre-pandemic proportions.  With revelers sure to crowd restaurants and bars, there is also an increased...more

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Tips for employers to avoid holiday party headaches

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While office holiday parties provide employees with an opportunity to celebrate a successful year with their colleagues, they can also cause headaches for employers. With some advanced planning, employers can minimize their...more

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Office Holiday Parties Are Back, As #MeToo Concerns Surge

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In the more than two years since Alyssa Milano’s tweet sparked the #MeToo movement, there have been significant changes in both the culture and the legal landscape. In the immediate aftermath of the ensuing movement, many...more

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CANADA: How Can Employers Mitigate Liability for Incidents Related to Alcohol or Cannabis Consumption at Holiday Parties?

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In Canada, employers that host holiday parties for their employees could expose themselves to significant common law liability for the actions of an employee or guest who is under the influence of alcohol or cannabis....more

Miles & Stockbridge P.C.

Holiday Parties are on the Horizon: It’s Time to Double Check the Employee Handbook

Who’s excited for the company holiday party?! Probably not your friendly neighborhood employment lawyers who will tell you that employees imbibing together can create risk for employers. This doesn’t mean that no fun can be...more

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How to Avoid Halloween Horror Stories in the Workplace

This is the season of pumpkin spice, crisp air, falling leaves, and costume parties. But as much as we love autumn, it brings its own set of workplace complexities - especially when celebrating Halloween. ...more

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How To Celebrate The Holidays Without Ending Up In Court: Tips For Hosting A Corporate Holiday Party

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Q. Do you have any tips on how to ensure that our company holiday party does not lead to a new year liability? A. As the year comes to a close, many employers often celebrate with a holiday party as a way to thank...more

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The Office Holiday Party: Best Practices to Avoid Legal Trouble

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The holiday season is here, and employees are looking forward to celebrating with their family and co-workers. However, the office holiday party – an anticipated yearly tradition in many workplaces – has now become a cause...more

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No Regrets: 10 Tips to Avoid Holiday Party Liability

’Tis the season for company holiday parties: co-workers of diverse backgrounds and religious beliefs interact in a social setting while partaking of spiked libations under the mistletoe. What could possibly go wrong?...more

Smith Anderson

Plan Now for a Safe and Happy Holiday Party

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It’s holiday party time! The company holiday party can boost employee morale and celebrate the company’s successes in the past year, but a holiday party may also create a few legal pitfalls for the unwary employer....more

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Avoiding Office Holiday Party Headaches

It’s the holiday season again and while the office holiday party is a wonderful time to show appreciation to your employees and create camaraderie among coworkers, it can also be a time of legal headaches that can last...more

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Surviving The Holiday Party Season: An Employer’s Quick Reference Guide

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As 2016 winds down, we are entering into the prime season for holiday gatherings. Based on a recent study by the Society for Human Resource Management, approximately 65% of employers plan to host a holiday or end-of-year...more

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