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Social Media in the Workplace
Linky Trott
Abstract
There is no doubt that most businesses use social media and collaboration tools
such as social business software of some kind or another and embrace the
benefits that these can bring. In a 2009 a global Manpower survey, businesses
identified the main benefits of using social media as; brand building, fostering
collaboration and communication, as way of recruiting new talent, improving
employee engagement and driving innovation.
But there are also risks. This article examines the main legal risks that can arise
in the workplace as between a business and its workforce and considers how
the Courts and Tribunals are responding to social media issues arising in the
workplace.
Introduction
If a business has a concern about the use of social media, a blanket ban is
clearly an option. Whilst that may feel like the most simple approach, it is
unlikely to be practical. Even as far back as 2009, the Manpower survey
observed that “the younger generation consider social media tools as a
Biography
Linky Trott is a Partner at law firm, Edwin Coe. She provides day to day advice on a
comprehensive range of employment issues for established corporate clients including
the negotiation and provision of strategic advice on severance arrangements, bullying
and harassment claims, the management of ill health and capability dismissals, dealing
with allegations of discrimination, collective redundancies and Board disputes.
Linky also undertakes High Court injunctive work to enforce or resist post termination
restraints and the protection of confidential information. Working with Senior
Executives and Board Directors, Linky regularly advises and helps to negotiate terms
of Executive service agreements to include bonus schemes, guaranteed payments and
share options in regulated and non regulated industries. She has provided strategic
advice on a number of successful team moves within the communications and financial
sector acting for both the poaching competitor and the individuals being approached.
Linky also advises on data protection, commercial agents and the Conduct of
Employment Businesses and Employment Agency issues.
Linky sits on the Employment Committee of the Law Society and is Chair on the In and
Around Covent Garden Business Forum. She is also a member of the Employment
Lawyers Association, and has appeared on ITV and Channel 4 commenting on
Employment Law issues arising in the news and is a regular speaker at conferences on
employment issues.
Linky Trott
Partner
Edwin Coe
Keywords Risk, Rewards, Safeguards, Recruitment, Human Rights Act 1998
Paper type Opinion
23 Credit Control
Legal Aspects
prerequisite for doing business” and with generation Y having been in the
workplace for around ten years, it is unlikely that staff will tolerate a blanket ban.
Time wasters
Employers can of course monitor an employe.
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BUSINESS ETHICS, CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, CORPORATE GOVERNANCE, AND CRITICAL THINKING
You are a senior associate consultant at Accent Pointe Consulting LLP, a consulting firm. The engagement partner has asked you to prepare an engagement plan and budget. You make sure that your plan and budget are in line with your knowledge of what can and must be done to meet the client's needs. The proposed fee is $100,000. When you present the budget to the engagement partner, she goes ballistic. “What's this $100,000? This is Accent Pointe Consulting. This is the big time. What kind of consultant are you?”
“A good one,” you reply. “I've created a reasonable plan, and for what we are doing for the client, that is a high-end fee.”
The partner, however, does not buy your arguments. “You make this contract $200,000,” she orders you, “and find a way in your engagement plan to back up that price.”
What action will you take?
What process and guidelines will you use to determine what is the right thing to do in this context?
If you decide that $100,000 is the correct contract price, how do you resist the partner's request to make you bill the client for $200,000?
Will you take a different action if you know that a year from now the firm's partners will vote on whether you should be made a partner, and you believe the engagement partner's recommendation will be critical to your becoming a partner?
Will you take a different action if you are the engagement partner and have been ordered to bill the client $200,000 by a managing partner? Note that as a partner, your share of firm profits is determined by the number of “units” you have, which is largely a function of the amount the firm bills clients for whom you are the engagement partner.
What action will you take if you discover that the managing partner's request to bill more is a relatively isolated incident in a firm that generally bills clients accurately? You don't know the managing partner's motivation for asking you to overbill the client.
What action will you take if you discover that the firm has a culture that encourages overbilling clients? The overbilling culture evolved within the last decade from a desire of managing partners to enjoy a financial status more nearly equal to the corporate executives of their clients, many of whom receive annual compensation in the millions of dollars.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After you have studied this chapter, you should be able to:
1 Appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of the various ethical theories.
2 Apply the Guidelines for Ethical Decision Making to business and personal decisions.
3 Recognize critical thinking errors in your own and others' arguments.
4 Utilize a process to make ethical decisions in the face of pressure from others.
5 Be an ethical leader.
Why Study Business Ethics?
Enron. WorldCom. Tyco. Adelphia. Global Crossing. ImClone. These business names from the front pages of the last decade conjure images of u.
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03 : Entrepreneurial Inspirations
04 : Employers Beware: Non-competition Agreements Are Confusing
05 : Entrepreneurial Resources
06 : Legal and Ethical Challenges for Employers in an Online World
07 : Entity Selection for Business Owners
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09 : Selling a Business? Steve Kesten Answers Four Key Questions
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FELLOW BUSINESS OWNERS,
The entrepreneurial spirit
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possesses a powerful support network for business owners.
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have helped clients put their dreams into action. BoyarMiller serves as a strategic
partner for businesses of all sizes—from entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies.
Whether you are forming, buying, selling, or expanding a business, we support and
help you to advance your business goals by bringing new
possibilities into focus with clarity and confidence.
We also believe in sharing our knowledge and providing perspectives to help
our clients succeed. This eBook offers information and insights that may be of
interest to both entrepreneurs and employers. Regardless the size of your business, we
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Please contact us if we can help you face
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3. Most entrepreneurs
are NOT millennials
Source: “Age and High-Growth Entrepreneurship”
67%
30.7million
27million
51%125%
40%
42
Entrepreneurial Inspirations
PAGE 03
U.S. entrepreneurs
focused on
pursuing
new market
opportunitiesSource: forbes.com
small businesses
in the U.S.
Source: 2019 U.S. Small Business
Administration
Americans will leave
the traditional workforce
in favor of full-time self-
employment by 2020
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Working population says
it’s a good time to start
a business
Source: 2019 Startup Statistics—
Small Business Trends
higher success rate
of entrepreneurs who
worked in the industry
of their new business
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of new businesses
are started by women
Source: 2018 State of Women-Owned
Businesses Report
The average age of
an entrepreneur starting
a business
Source: 2018 MIT and U.S. Census
Bureau Study
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the question of whether certain information is truly “confidential”
is hotly contested. Therefore, to protect information that is
confidential and proprietary to their business(es), employers
must strive to be as specific as possible in defining what truly is
“confidential,” while still allowing for the inclusion of a proper
breadth of proprietary material.
My employee’s non-competition
agreement from a previous
employer stated “confidential
information” would be pro-
tected. What information are
they talking about?
Under Texas law, the consideration given by an employer in
exchange for a non-competition agreement must possess a
“reasonable relationship” to the employer’s interest in restraining
the employee’s competition against the employer’s business.
Though Texas courts have significantly reduced the legal threshold
for what form valid consideration can take, a lump sum payment
of money at the time of termination is presently unlikely to pass
muster as being reasonably related to the employer’s interest.
If I pay severance to a
terminated employee, can
I receive a post-employment
non-competition agreement?
What constitutes “the law” is not the same from state to state
and, in fact, can vary widely on any particular issue. This is
certainly true when it comes to the enforcement of non-
competition agreements. For instance, given Texas’ general
reputation as being a pro-business state, it is not surprising to
find that non-competition agreements are routinely enforced as
a protection of free enterprise within the Lone Star State. On the
other hand, California generally does not allow for the
enforcement of non-competition agreements. Other states will
vigorously reform a subject non-competition agreement or take
a “blue pencil” to the agreement and find objectionable
provisions as void or unenforceable.
Is my employee’s non-competi-
tion agreement enforceable
from state to state?
5. PAGE 05
Entrepreneurial
Resources
Network and Expand Your Business
through TEI
The Entrepreneur Institute (TEI) is considered the original network for business
leaders. TEI’s Houston Chapter provides an active support system of experienced
executives and business owners who want to share their knowledge through an
open exchange of ideas to support business growth.
BoyarMiller is a proud partner of TEI, and Shareholder and Business Group Chair
Steve Kesten is a past board member and past chair of The President’s Forum, an
annual conference for small- and medium-size business leaders. The conference
brings together a powerful network of entrepreneurs and expert service providers
to deliver valuable insights, practical solutions, and innovative ideas on growing
a business. Scheduled in October, attendance for TEI’s annual conference is by
invitation only, fostering strong peer-to-peer interaction.
For information about the next President’s Forum and other TEI Houston networking
programs visit www.tei.net/partners/houston.
EO Houston Accelerates Business Growth
The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is a network of influential business owners and its
Houston chapter consists of more than 160 members. The purpose of the chapter is to
provide entrepreneurs a local resource for them to learn and grow including access to
executive education events, networking opportunities, and mentorship programs.
As an EO Houston partner, attorneys at BoyarMiller regularly deliver presentations
and share information to help other members advance their business goals.
For membership information about EO Houston, visit www.eonetwork.org/houston.
Texas Global Business Network Assists
International Companies
BoyarMiller Shareholder Gus Bourgeois is the founder of the Texas Global Business
Network (TGBN), a networking group of seasoned professionals who assist interna-
tional entities in doing business in the U.S., specific to Texas. TGBN provides support,
counsel and services for companies seeking to acquire U.S.-based businesses and
establish strong U.S. operations once an acquisition or expansion is finalized. Each
TGBN member has years of experience in working with international businesses in
such areas as legal, international tax, immigration, insurance, employee benefits,
banking, real estate, payroll, and human resources.
See www.texasglobalbusiness.com for more information.
6. PAGE 06
Legal Ethical Challenges
FOR EMPLOYERS IN AN ONLINE WORLD
Hiring employees is a critically important milestone
when building a successful business. It can also be
costly whether the “right” employee is hired or one
that doesn’t meet job expectations.
BoyarMiller Chairman Chris Hanslik presented an
overview of pre-employment screening and other
hiring strategies to the Association of Corporate Coun-
sel Houston chapter. Pre-employment screening refers
to the process of investigating the background of
potential employees and is commonly used to verify
the accuracy of an applicant’s claims. It can also be
used to discover criminal history, workers compensa-
tion claims or employer sanctions.
THERE ARE SOME IMPORTANT
RESTRICTIONS EMPLOYERS MUST
KNOW WHEN SCREENING APPLICANTS:
• In-house searches have become more common
and a generally accepted practice with the avail-
ability of online resources. They include Google
searches of applicants, checking LinkedIn profiles,
and conducting public record searches.
• Employers who consider hiring an outside company
to conduct pre-employment screening must be
aware that the Fair Credit Reporting Act requires writ-
ten notification and consent of the applicant before
obtaining a report.
• Prior to taking any adverse employment action, it
is required that the employer provide a copy of the
screening report to the applicant along with a copy
of “A Summary of Your Rights Under the Fair Credit
Reporting Act” that is readily available online.
• If an adverse employment action needs to be taken,
employers must:
– Advise the applicant in writing of the rejection
and that it was partially based on the information
obtained in the report.
– Provide the contact information for the consumer
reporting agency that was used for the screening.
Advise the applicant that the agency did not
make the hiring decision, and so it cannot
provide any reasoning for that decision.
– Know that the applicant has a right to dispute
the accuracy of the report and can receive
an additional free report within 60 days.
• It is best to exercise caution when asking applicants
about arrest records.
• A recent 5th Circuit Opinion (State of Texas v. EEOC)
suggests consideration of an applicant’s criminal
conviction record may be permissible in the hiring
process. The court recognized that, at times, employ-
ers have a genuine interest in not hiring
persons convicted of violent crimes and those
involving drugs, dishonesty or theft as examples.
• There are limitations in Texas that prevent a con-
sumer reporting agency from releasing information
related to a person’s conviction that is more than
seven years old. An exception to that restriction
applies if the applicant’s annual salary will be
more than $75,000.
Some studies have shown that replacing
a salaried employee can cost a business
owner more than six months of that
employee’s salary. Making the correct
hiring decision is important, and so is
understanding the legal implications
involved in pre-screening applicants.
7. PAGE 07
Entity Selection
FOR BUSINESS OWNERS
Selecting the type of legal structure for a business is one of the most import-
ant, yet complex, decisions for entrepreneurs. There are several forms from
which to choose and each one offers different considerations regarding
taxes, personal liability, record-keeping, and even the future sale of the
business. It is essential to understand the differences, and to select the
appropriate structure for the business.
“Get expert advice upfront from an attorney and accountant to fully understand
the pros and cons of various types of business entities. The only correct entity
structure is the one that is right for your current and long-term business goals.”
STEVE KESTEN, BoyarMiller Business Group Chair
BASIC COMPARISON CHART OF THREE STRUCTURES
CORPORATION
LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY
Shareholders Members
Corporation
Board of Directors Officers
LLC
Managers Officers
TAXATION
Double
Gross Margin Tax
TAXATION
Flow-thru
Gross Margin Tax
LIMITED
PARTNERSHIP
Shareholders Members
Corporation or LLC (GP)
Limited Partnership
1%
Shareholders
Members
Directors
Managers
Officers
99%
Limited
Partners
TAXATION
Flow-thru
Gross Margin Tax
(formerly no Franchise Tax)
8. PAGE 08
Are Your Employment Policies Up
to Date to Address the Current
Challenges?
BEYOND THESE IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATIONS, YOUR EMPLOYMENT
POLICIES AND PRACTICES SHOULD ALSO ADDRESS:
Businesses are facing a rapidly shifting landscape as it relates to their workforce. Employees are working
from home, in the office in modified workplaces, over videoconference platforms, or some combination.
Each of these presents unique challenges. Whether your employees have returned to the office or are work-
ing remotely, it is critical to ensure your employment policies are consistent with new regulations and guid-
ance. Comprehensive employment policies provide direction to your employees and protection to you as
an employer.
There are important procedures to follow to set your company up for success and avoid litigation. An attor-
ney can guide you along a strategic path to remote and work from home employment policy development
by addressing these issues in a comprehensive evaluation:
• What should you do to protect confidential information?
• How do wage and hour laws apply in this new landscape?
• Are your leave policies compliant with the new legislation prompted by COVID-19?
• Do you have effective measures for managing and developing employees in a remote work environment?
• What do you have in place to maintain employee engagement?
Consider how to handle non-competition agreements and employment screening issues like background
searches and drug tests, and any resulting adverse actions so as not to put your company at risk.
BoyarMiller strives to help clients avoid litigation by developing strong employment policies. Let us help you further
develop your handbook or support you in a lawsuit, if the need arises.
Hiring Strategies
Workplace harassment cases cost businesses millions of dollars every year in lawsuits and reduced
productivity. A strong anti-harassment policy and increased employment training can help prevent
harassment issues.
Harassment Policies
A positive and supportive working environment can set your business apart. Ensure your employees are
protected.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
9. PAGE 09
Selling a Business?
STEVE KESTEN ANSWERS FOUR KEY QUESTIONS
Mergers and acquisitions have become increasingly common in today’s
highly competitive business world. There are many factors to consider
when making this important decision, such as: strategy, culture, timing,
and finances. BoyarMiller Business Group Chair Steve Kesten answers
four common questions he is asked about selling a business.
It’s typically a good time when corporate and private equity
purchasers have access to capital. We’ve found that tax
reform combined with a more relaxed U.S. regulatory climate
help fuel buying activity.
When is a good time
to sell my business?
So what is the first step
for those considering
selling their business?
Prepare—get your house in order. That includes reviewing
the company’s records to make certain they are in a good
state. Be ready to tell your growth story throughout the years,
and make the case for the company’s continued growth.
The private equity market wants to see a path to growth
for the next three to five years, at least.
What options are
there for structuring
the transaction?
There are two primary types of transactions to evaluate—
asset sale or stock sale. It has been my experience that
many buyers prefer asset sales involving the purchase of
the seller’s assets and liabilities. Conversely, most sellers
prefer stock sales where the owner’s equity securities in the
entity are purchased. Among the considerations that must
be addressed when evaluating the type of transaction are
tax implications and retained liabilities.
10. The BoyarMiller Difference
PAGE 10
Today’s business environment produces many varied
obstacles, but also endless opportunities. We strive to
guide you forward, bringing new possibilities into focus
along the way, and achieving extraordinary outcomes
with confidence and clarity.
Our business law and litigation practice
groups serve multinational companies,
middle-market businesses, and entre-
preneurs in need of collaborative and
strategic representation.
We work hard to understand
each client’s business, strate-
gies, and goals. The result is
longstanding relationships built
on trust, honest communica-
tion, and respect—all of which
are critical to an effective
professional relationship.
BoyarMiller has a long-term his-
tory of supporting organizations
for entrepreneurs and business
owners such as EO Houston and
The Entrepreneur Institute (TEI).
Our commitment to our mission
guides us to provide counsel beyond
expectations, build lasting relationships,
and make a meaningful difference
in people’s lives.
We offer comprehensive legal services
including corporate, finance and capital
formation, real estate and real estate
litigation, business litigation, employment
litigation, and probate litigation.
BoyarMiller is a strategic
business partner with its clients,
and we are rooted in a culture
of achieving practical business
solutions using our vision,
creativity, and expertise.
11. PAGE 11
Practice Leaders
CHRIS HANSLIK
Firm Chairman
Represents companies in all aspects of the energy sector,
both domestically and internationally, in disputes ranging
from breach of contract and fraud to misappropriation
of trade secrets and employment-related disputes.
Has secured favorable results in both state and federal
courts, as well as international arbitration proceedings
for energy clients.
STEVE KESTEN
Chair, Business Group
Represents multiple international energy and energy
services clients with outbound expansion (i.e., U.S. com-
panies expanding internationally) and inbound expansion
(international companies expanding to the U.S.), including
start-up expansion or expansion by acquisition, as
well as in connection with financing and merger
and divestiture transactions.
ANDREW PEARCE
Chair, Litigation Group
Represents both individuals and corporations in all types
of commercial and business litigation—including the oil
and gas and chemical industries—for conflicts involving
employment disputes, trade secrets and confidential
information, breach of contract, and more.
12. PRACTICE LEADERS : PAGE 12
GARY MILLER
Founding Shareholder, Business Group
Represents numerous domestic and offshore-based
companies in connection with acquisitions and divestitures,
financings, joint ventures, and general corporate matters
in the U.S.
BILL BOYAR
Founding Shareholder, Business Group
Represents the various parties involved in the acquisition,
disposition, capitalization and financing of national
and international businesses. Served as lead counsel
for numerous complex, multi-party acquisitions and proj-
ect financings with significant experience in corporate
finance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and
structure finance.