Employer Social Media Control

Summary

Employers in Colorado can limit employees social media posts if they harm the business. However, if the post did not violate any policy or harm the employer, the employee might have a valid concern. Consulting a local employment lawyer is advisable for specific advice.

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Employer made an employee remove a social media post that did not violate policy.
Hello ****, was this social media post related to your employment or could it have impacted your employer's reputation in any way? This will help me provide more accurate information.
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Hello ****, based on your situation, you might be dealing with an issue of freedom of speech at the workplace. In Colorado:
- Employers have certain rights to limit employees' speech if it can harm the business.
- But, if your post didn't violate any policy or harm the employer, you might have a valid concern.
You might want to consult with a local employment lawyer for specific advice.