Off the Clock, On the Radar: Managing Off-Duty Conduct and Workplace Impact

Can an employee’s off-duty behavior justify workplace discipline? In today’s hyperconnected world, the line between personal and professional conduct is increasingly blurred, leaving employers to navigate a tricky legal and reputational landscape.

Join Constangy attorneys Jadie Mims and Gary Wheeler for a practical and timely discussion on how to address off-duty conduct that may affect your workplace. From controversial social media posts to after-hours drug use and criminal charges, this session will help you assess when, why, and how employers can take appropriate action without overstepping legal boundaries.

You’ll learn how to:

1. Understand the legal limits on disciplining employees for off-duty behavior
2. Spot red flags and assess risks tied to social media activity, substance use, and criminal conduct
3. Apply consistent and compliant disciplinary practices that withstand scrutiny
4. Build proactive policies that support a respectful, legally sound workplace culture

SHRM & HRCI credits are pending for this program.