Seminar takes a look at pitfalls, benefits of social networking

Dickinson Wright PLLC attorneys David J. Houston and Tiffany A. Buckley-Norwood, in conjunction with the firm's Marketing department, will present a seminar on social networking and its benefits and pitfalls to employers on Friday, April 16, at Automation Alley in Troy. The seminar begins at 8:30 a.m. with breakfast and registration, and concludes at 11 a.m. Social networking has proven to be a compelling attraction to employees, and offers benefits --and risks--to those workers and their employers. Most employers, however, do not have a formal policy in place to guide and address the use of social networking sites by employees. Employers who would access social networking sites for seemingly legitimate purposes such as pre-employment selection or employee discipline may be subjecting themselves to unanticipated claims or liability. Attendees of this seminar will hear an overview of the legal implications surrounding social networking policies and information, and will learn about brand management and practical considerations that must be taken into account while drafting social media policies. Houston is a member in Dickinson Wright 's Lansing office. He is experienced in all aspects of employment and labor relations law, and represents employers before federal and state trial courts, appellate courts and agencies. He has an active practice counseling and defending employers in NLRA matters, employment contracts and employment discrimination and harassment litigation. Houston also litigates employee trade secret and non-compete claims. Houston is a graduate of the University of Michigan and received his law degree from the University of Wisconsin. Buckley-Norwood is an associate in Dickinson Wright's Detroit office. She counsels and defends employers in various employment issues, and reviews and advises employers on employee handbooks and personnel policies. She also provides employee anti-harassment training. She has litigated numerous discrimination cases, and frequently advises employers on statutory compliance issues. She earned her B.S. from the University of Michigan and her law degree from Boston College Law School. For additional information or to register for the seminar, go to www.dickinsonwright.com Published: Fri, Mar 26, 2010

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