"Social Media and the Law: A Survival Guide for Employers," Davis Wright Tremaine Social Media Webinar

In this webinar, Davis Wright Tremaine attorneys Bob Blackstone and Thomas Burke discuss what every employer should know about social networking sites. Bob is a partner in the firm's employment law practice, and Thomas is a partner in the firm's Internet and media practices.

Topics and questions explored:

• Social media mechanics: How does social media work and what are employees doing on these sites?
• Employer liabilities: What new types of legal risks are created by employees using social media? How can employers protect themselves?
• Expectations of privacy: Do employers who blog or use social media in the workplace still enjoy a right to privacy? What can employers lawfully do to monitor or control online activities?
• Social media policies: What are the options and what should it contain? Is it necessary for your company to have a written policy?
• Managing defamation: If you or your company is defamed online, what can you do? What should you do?