Employment law experts at leading Sheffield solicitors, Taylor&Emmet LLP, are hosting a free seminar to help local businesses address the dangers of social networking sites.

Held on June 9 at the Leopold Hotel, ‘Is Twitter a ticking time bomb for your business?’ is the latest in a series of quarterly breakfast seminars organised by Taylor&Emmet. 

The event will focus on the potential for social networking sites, such as Twitter and Facebook, to become a battleground for disgruntled employees. Taylor&Emmet’s employment law team will discuss the issues linked to misuse of these websites – in the workplace or at home – and the legal consequences for businesses.

Delegates will have an opportunity to establish whether their organisation has adequate protection against the risks posed by social networking and explore the opportunities the phenomenon can present. Attendees will also receive a complimentary social networking policy to include in staff handbooks.  

David Poddington, Taylor&Emmet’s head of employment law, said: “Employee misuse of social networking sites can have a serious impact on businesses, potentially resulting in damage to reputation, breach of confidentiality and disciplinary proceedings. We want to make local employers aware of the need for adequate protection and help them put plans in place to safeguard their interests.”

Taylor&Emmet’s employment law seminar will run from 8am-10am and will include a light breakfast. It is free for up to two delegates per organisation, but places are strictly limited so early booking is advised. For further information contact marketing co-ordinator, Stephanie Shaw, on (0114) 218 4000 or email: stephanie.shaw@tayloremmet.co.uk