ODW2622 – Their Post, Your Problem: Employee Social Media and Employer Liability
This session explores situations where employee social media posts become workplace issues and how HR can address them legally and fairly.
Course Category: On-Demand Webinars
Course Level: Intermediate
CLE Credit: Substantive
CLE Hours: 1.0
Fees: $49 for Members and $70 for Nonmembers
Course Materials: Recording and PDF of the power point slides.
Description: As personal beliefs and workplace values collide online, HR leaders are navigating the complex intersection of social media culture and compliance. When does a personal post become an employer issue, and how far should discipline go for off-duty conduct? This session examines employee expression and employer liability through recent case law and real-world examples. Pam Howland will share a legally grounded framework for approaching social media investigations while considering both organizational and employee perspectives.
Presenter Biography: Pam Howland is a certified global speaker, best-selling author, and employment law attorney with over two decades of experience helping leaders navigate workplace laws with confidence. She is the founder of the Law for Leaders training platform and author of Law for Leaders: The Roadmap Every Leader Needs to Know to Avoid Workplace Claims and Lawsuits. Pam is known for her engaging, practical presentations that equip leaders with the tools to build legally sound, high-trust workplaces.
Course Year: 2026
