New NLRB social media report advises specificity

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An article by Julie Beck posted on InsideCounsel.com.

This article discusses the NLRB and the guidance they have provided for corporations regarding the proper means for regulating the use of social media by employees.

The article states, "Luckily for confused companies, the NLRB released another guidance on social media on May 30, this time with specific examples of acceptable policies.

The NLRB’s main concern is that any restrictions employers put on workers’ social media conduct do not violate their rights under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act to engage in protected concerted activity, such as discussing the terms and conditions of their employment with co-workers, even on Facebook."  The article recommends specificity in any policy aimed at regulating social media use.