Seyfarth Synopsis: Given the issues workplace texting presents for employers, employers would be wise to make clear in their policies what method of communication employees may use in the workplace for business purposes. If texting is allowed or tolerated in the workplace, employers need to review their policies relating to employee
Cell Phones at the Workplace: Protecting Employee Safety
By Mark A. Lies, II and Adam R. Young
Seyfarth Synopsis: As OSHA’s enforcement relating to employee cell phone use gains more notoriety, it can be expected that it will have a significant collateral impact on law enforcement at all levels to address this hazard.
Business today is regularly conducted through cell phones, as
Pokémon NO: New App Creates Risks For Employers
By Parnian Vafaeenia and Karla Grossenbacher
Seyfarth Synopsis: Pokémon GO’s popularity is at a fever pitch. However, the game poses several risks for employers including software security, privacy and workplace safety concerns.
Your employees may be on a quest to catch ‘em all. Over 15 million people have downloaded the Pokémon GO game since
No LOL Matter: Employers Must Take Care When Adopting BYOD Policies – Part II
By Justin T. Curley and Laura J. Maechtlen
Earlier this week, we blogged about certain risks for employers created by “Bring Your Own Device” programs. We continue our blog series here by discussing some additional topics to consider when adopting a BYOD policy.
Employee Privacy Concerns
Any BYOD policy should clearly define employee privacy expectations.
No LOL Matter: Employers Must Take Care When Adopting BYOD Policies
By Justin T. Curley and Laura J. Maechtlen
As employees have widely adopted personal mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, there has been a parallel trend of employers allowing (or requiring) their employees to use their own personal mobile devices at work. This “Bring Your Own Device,” or “BYOD” movement, can provide benefits to