Subscribe to Our FeedNew Jersey "Facebook Bill" Update
On March 21, the New Jersey General Assembly granted final legislative approval for bill A2878/S1915, commonly referred to as the “Facebook Bill”. If it becomes law, the Facebook Bill will prohibit employers from asking prospective or current employees to disclose their user name, password, or other means for accessing social networking websites. Prior to the […]
Facebook Status: You're Fired
The facts may change but the story remains the same. Employee posts derogatory statements on Facebook. Employee gets fired. The most recent example of this occurred in Paterson, New Jersey and involved a first grade teacher. The teacher posted the following status updates on her Facebook page: I’m not a teacher – I’m a warden […]
The Social Media Battle Lines Are Now Drawn In New Jersey Between An Employer’s Right To Know And An Employee’s Right To Privacy
As it now stands, Illinois and Maryland are the only states that have passed legislation prohibiting employers from requiring applicants and existing employees to disclose their social media passwords. Several other states such as California have similar legislation in progress. On September 20, 2012, New Jersey moved closer in joining the social media legislative bandwagon […]
