2025 Pub. 7 Issue 1

Politics, Protests and Posts What Employers Can (and Can’t) Do About Employee Speech in a Polarized Climate BY FISHER PHILLIPS As political tensions surge and employee expression spill into every corner of the modern workplace, employers are finding themselves caught in the crossfire. From off-hours protests to heated workplace debates and viral social media posts, the question for us isn’t just whether speech is free, but whether it’s job-protected. With laws, rights and risks swirling around every conversation, t-shirt, post and “like,” it’s time for a clear-eyed guide. Here’s what your business needs to know about navigating employee speech in various scenarios, both on and off the clock. 8 UTAH AUTO DEALER

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