LEGAL IMPLICATIONSOF A 24/7 WORLD
Presented by:
Dennis M. O’Toole, Esq.Matthew A. Dooley, Esq.
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INTRODUCTION
Legal Implications of a 24/7 World
For many, work is a 24/7 endeavor. With laptop and cell phone in hand, employees are always connected to their workplace, ready to deal
with whatever issues emerge no matter what time or day of the week. This is in addition to the long hours they may already be physically
spending in the office.
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WORKPLACE
Legal Implications of a 24/7 World
• Laptops• Cellular phones• Internet access• Electronic communications
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CELLULAR PHONES AND LAPTOPS
Legal Implications of a 24/7 World
• Purchase or Reimburse• Safety of the data• Personal use/Liability• Legality of Tracking Employee• Compensation of employee for using phones or
laptops for work-related matters at home (exempt vs. non-exempt)
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OTHER ISSUES
Legal Implications of a 24/7 World
• Negligence in response time• Use of search engines vs. experts• Confidentiality• Personal consequences on employees• Affect on job performance
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QUESTIONS
Legal Implications of a 24/7 World
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