629: Political Discussion & Discourse in the US Workplace

November 5, 2024

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On today's episode, we discuss the practical effects of political discussions in the workplace, whether employers can restrict or prohibit their employees from discussing politics in the workplace, and more. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide.

Host: 
Tara Stingley (email) (Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP)

Guest Speaker: 
Katie Priest (email) (Ray, Quinney & Nebeker, P.C. / Utah)


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