Social Networking Websites: Employment Law Pitfalls – Philadelphia, PA – February 18
Do's and Don'ts in the Workplace
The use of social and professional networking websites, such as Facebook®, MySpace®, and LinkedIn®, has exploded. Employers are increasingly tapping into these sites to learn about job applicants and current employees — and using that information to make important employment decisions.
Businesses that use social networking sites to research current and prospective workers must balance their interest in conducting a thorough background check against the legal rights of applicants and employees.
Employers who use or want to use information from such sites must be prepared to evaluate the benefits of obtaining information this way against the potential liabilities for its misuse. Employers should also develop effective employment policies involving the use of social networking sites.
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What information from social networking websites can employers legally use when making employment decisions?
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How can businesses balance their duty to conduct due diligence background checks on applicants and employees against their duty not to discriminate in employment decisions?
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What are the best practices for companies to develop and implement policies regarding the use of social networking sites in employment decisions?
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Social Networking Websites: Employment Law Pitfalls (pdf)