(Podcast) California Employment News: Best Practices for Office Holiday Celebrations (Archive)
California Employment News: Best Practices for Office Holiday Celebrations (Archive)
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The Holiday Workplace During COVID-19 with Sarah Mitchell Montgomery and Brad Nitschke
II-36- Holiday Party Tips, the 2018/2019 Federal Regulatory Agenda, and Noteworthy Cases On Suing and Being Sued
I-20 - Special Holiday Party Episode
While you can debate all you want about whether 1988’s Die Hard is a Christmas movie (it is – don’t fight us on this point), you can’t disagree with the fact that the movie depicts one of the all-time most memorable office...more
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
Holiday parties can be a fun way to show appreciation to employees for dedication and hard work. But they can also expose employers to liability for bad behavior resulting from alcohol consumption, including claims of sexual...more
As we approach the season of company holiday gatherings, for many the first in several years, it’s time for the annual reminder of the importance of proper event planning, especially when it comes to alcohol. Giving full...more
It is the most wonderful time of the year! If your office is planning a company holiday party, however, be vigilant against these legal pitfalls that could ruin the holiday cheer....more
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
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
Protect Yourself and Your Party Guests this Holiday Season - Celebrating the spirit of the holidays is more than simply planning the perfect menu and stunning home decor. Thanksgiving to New Year’s can pose a heightened...more
This is a great time of year in North Carolina. Friends, neighbors, and co-workers find time to get together for various holiday festivities—from holiday parties to New Year's celebrations. In addition to food, and maybe...more
Holiday parties hosted by employers are a wonderful way to promote company culture and boost employee morale. Unfortunately, ringing in the holiday spirit can sometimes result in career-altering behavior that causes problems...more
Tipsy employees create a slew of risks for employers, and the annual holiday party may be one of the only times in the year when employees have the chance to imbibe together. This doesn’t mean that employers have to be the...more
It is now December, which means that holiday parties are on the horizon for many employers. As the celebrations are just around the corner, consider the following tips to ensure that no lawsuits appear under the tree this...more
As the holidays rapidly approach, employers are typically preparing for office festivities. This year, however, employers are noticeably less interested in holiday work parties. ...more
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. If you are planning an...more
The holiday season is upon us and most employees will be encouraged to attend an employer-sponsored holiday party or event. There are many advantages to these parties: they can boost employee morale and offer a fun way for...more
There are lots of social events that lawyers are expected to attend. From bar activities, charity and other social events, successful lawyers area really expected to be in lots of places to keep their practice thriving....more
Seyfarth Synopsis: As we approach the start of the holiday season, employers should be mindful of the inherent risk that accompanies holiday parties and other seasonal events. ...more
Your annual holiday party presents an opportunity for employees and management to cut loose and celebrate their accomplishments in the past year. It also presents an opportunity to make some bad decisions - which,...more
Everyone was having such a good time, too . . . The company was hosting its annual holiday party. The company had arranged to hold the event that Saturday night in a hotel ballroom. Moods were festive, especially because...more
‘Tis the season … for office holiday parties. They are great for employee morale. They can also give rise to legal hangovers that can extend far beyond the holiday season. Originally published in The Journal Record -...more
Whether you’re ready or not, it’s almost time to deck the halls and pull out the punch bowl for your office holiday party. But before you start dusting off your religiously neutral décor, make sure you take steps to limit the...more
With the holiday season officially upon us, many employers are finalizing plans to host a party for their employees. These festivities offer a time for colleagues to celebrate the year’s accomplishments, to extend season’s...more
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, employers will be tasked with planning a variety of holiday gatherings to celebrate the season. Employers may want to make a list and check it twice to ensure that their holiday...more
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. If you are...more