06/10/2012
One of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent retaliation lawsuits is to follow up with the employee who complained. Remind her that you don’t tolerate retaliation, and be sure to check back at least once following the investigation.
06/08/2012
Before you plunge into cyberspace in search of information on applicants (or current employees), understand the legal implications. Employers’ efforts to access employees’ and applicants’ private social media websites have recently been subject to increased scrutiny by New York and federal legislators.