The Fair Work Commission has recently upheld the dismissal of a manager due to inappropriate content on his personal Facebook page. The decision is particularly interesting because the case involves an employee using social media in a personal capacity. Lisa Croxford, Special Counsel at Herbert Smith Freehills, discusses the implications of the judgment and explains when it is appropriate for companies to dismiss employees for their conduct outside the office. Lisa also provides some tips for companies to avoid a similar situation.
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