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The holidays arrive each year with that familiar blend of anticipation, nostalgia, and — if we are being honest — a fair amount of anxiety. For members of the Sandwich Generation, that pressure can feel magnified....more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—until someone spikes the punch and your company lands on a naughty list. Holiday parties are great for spreading cheer, but they can lead to liability faster than the bartender can...more
As employers prepare to celebrate the holiday season with their teams, wise HR professionals will consider whether their non-exempt employees must be paid for their time at a holiday party. ...more
The last thing any employer wants to end their year with is a complaint concerning harassment, safety, and inappropriate behavior. Yet such complaints are often the outcome of year-end holiday parties, even those hosted with...more
Even after the holiday party is over and employees return to their day-to-day responsibilities, employers may continue to face risks arising from conduct that occurred at the party....more
Make your list, check it twice – and don’t forget to brush up on HR and employment law guidelines before hosting your organization’s holiday party. While an end-of-year celebration can be a great way to celebrate the year’s...more
It’s that time of year to celebrate all our hard work over the last 12 months! As 2025 winds down, however, employers should take steps to ensure they aren’t carrying any potential liability into 2026 from those exciting and...more
As the office playlists veer towards Mariah and the novelty jumpers are dusted off, this is a timely reminder about the proactive duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, and how that looks...more
In this episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the key considerations for employers during the holiday season. They emphasize that while holiday parties are a great time for...more
Here are the top 10 items you should tackle in December 2025, based on the latest workplace law developments and upcoming critical compliance issues…...more
Creating the perfect holiday dish takes thoughtful preparation, and so does building an inclusive workplace during the winter season. While employees should feel included year-round, the holidays offer a unique opportunity to...more
The holiday season is generally a time for celebration. However, employers should be vigilant in their efforts to mitigate risk for employment claims. Below are some issues to keep in mind....more
With October upon us, many employers may soon be hosting fun seasonal outings, offsite mixers, costume contests or festive dress days. But just as every haunted house has a monster behind the next corner, these events can...more
Research shows that Gen Z employees, ages twenty-one to twenty-eight, are less likely to drink alcohol than previous generations, which may impact how they feel about work-related events that include drinking....more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The season’s greetings provide us with time to gather and reflect on the accomplishments and triumphs of ourselves and our peers. With a season so festive and spirits so bright, let’s...more
Employers should be wary of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come (and/or the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)) before excluding unionized workers from holiday parties and similar perks given to nonunionized employees....more
'Tis the season for workplace holiday celebrations! In this festive episode of Hiring to Firing podcast, hosts Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter are joined by guest Brett Schwab, corporate counsel at D&H Distributing, to...more
Santa knows best. Dear Kids: You know that Santa loves you, right? And he would never want to see anything bad happen to you? Good. Then please take Santa’s advice, now that you’re in the working world. Your employer may...more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, full of holiday cheer but, unfortunately for some employers, also legal risks and potential liability. A company’s annual holiday party, gala or event can quickly turn from a...more
The holiday season has arrived and soon organizations throughout the country will hold their annual holiday celebrations. This much coveted tradition is a great way to network and celebrate with colleagues....more
As the festive season begins and employers prepare for holiday social events, they should be digging out their workplace policies and checking them twice. No matter how well-intended, social events that are hosted or planned...more
It’s the time of year when companies hold end-of-year celebrations and festivities for the holidays. As employers prepare for these gatherings, there are a few things they should keep in mind to reduce the chances of HR...more
As we head into the holiday season, we all find ourselves busy with work-related parties, events, and get- togethers of many different types. From time to time, businesses host employee parties or other offsite events to keep...more
This time of year, there’s no shortage of twinkling lights and memories of corporate holiday parties gone wrong. While pop singers belt out their most festive tunes, here are some tips to make sure your office holiday party...more
There’s glitter on the floor after the party Girls carryin’ their shoes down in the lobby Candle wax and Polaroids on the hardwood floor You and me from the night before -Taylor Swift, “New Year’s Day”...more