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Dear Littler, I’m a marketing manager at a nationwide retailer. One of our sales associates is an aspiring “influencer” who asked if she could film a short video showcasing our new products for social media. This could be...more
It’s estimated that upwards of 125 million people will watch next week’s Super Bowl matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, and it’s likely that your employees will be tuning in. Whether they’re...more
On December 12, 2025, the North Carolina Supreme Court issued a decision in Lassiter v. Robeson County Sheriff’s Department, Synergy Coverage Solutions, Truesdell Corporation, and The Phoenix Insurance Company, No. 54PA24....more
The recent federal policy shift, marked by Executive Order 14370: Increasing Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research, reflects not only a legal development but also a broader cultural transformation....more
A recent California appellate decision offers new guidance on when an employer may be held responsible for harassment that occurs away from the workplace—and specifically when the alleged harasser is a coworker rather than a...more
With employee political speech becoming an increasing concern, employers in New York are reminded of the New York Legal Activities Law, which, among other things, offers protections to employees based on certain off-duty...more
Welcome to this edition of the FP Snapshot for Manufacturers, where we take a quick snapshot look at a recent significant workplace law development with an emphasis on how it impacts employers in the manufacturing sector....more
Online interactions often have a more adversarial and less courteous tone than traditional, in-person discussions. In certain instances, an employee’s conduct on social media may escalate beyond mere disagreement and enter...more
Generally, a coworker’s misconduct outside of work does not constitute harassment under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). However, management or Human Resources receiving complaints should not ignore such...more
The interplay between protected speech and the workplace continues to leave employers scratching their heads as they strive to foster a productive workplace. With the advent of the age of social media, a conversation that at...more
Here are the top ten items you should tackle in October 2025, based on the latest workplace law developments and upcoming critical compliance dates...more
The recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has ignited a national conversation—not just about politics, but about the boundaries of employee speech and employer response in the workplace. In the days...more
This week, we examine how employers should address controversial employee social media activity, especially amid widespread social tension such as that seen after the murder of Charlie Kirk. Social Media and Employee Firings...more
The line that stands between one's personal politics and professional responsibilities has never been thinner. Employers may wish to remind their employees about the potential repercussions of making public political...more
As employee expression spills into every corner of the modern workplace, employers are trying to figure out the best way to respond to all sorts of activity. From off-hours protests to heated workplace debates and viral...more
Sometimes employees get arrested for alleged crimes while off duty, and it’s better for employers to be prepared and know what to do beforehand than to find themselves in legal jeopardy after the fact. The right move for...more
When employees comment on social media about controversial figures or issues, California employers face a delicate balance. Although online posts may be polarizing, disciplining employees for their speech has the potential to...more
Gain balanced, in-depth insights on today’s most pressing challenges for police services, associations, boards and oversight agencies and legal counsel and investigators at Canadian Institute’s 16th Annual Law of Policing...more
California prohibits employers from discriminating against employees because of off-duty use of marijuana, with some exemptions. One exemption is for “the building and construction trades.” California’s AB 2188 greatly...more
In a significant decision for employers, the Ontario Court of Appeal in Metrolinx v. Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1587, upheld the Divisional Court’s ruling that quashed an arbitrator’s decision reinstating five employees...more
As the nation prepares to celebrate the Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, and barbeques, many employers may find themselves faced with a challenging issue—how to manage employee conduct that occurs off the clock,...more
Employers bear the responsibility of preventing and correcting harassment in the workplace. While the line between on and off duty conduct has never been crystal clear, in today’s hyper-connected world of social media, the...more
As political tensions surge and employee expression spills into every corner of the modern workplace, employers are finding themselves caught in the crossfire. From off-hours protests to heated workplace debates and viral...more