Social networks and limits to freedom of expression in Swiss law
20 Feb, 2024 by
Social networks have become a preferred means of expression for the younger generation. When employees denigrate their employer on Facebook or Instagram, things get a little tricky. Let's take a look at the limits of freedom of expression in the workplace.
Employees are required to respect their duty of care, loyalty and confidentiality at all times. This rule also applies to comments made on social networks.
This article develops the following topics:
- freedom of expression
- duty of care and loyalty
- employer's image
- duty of confidentiality
- guidelines on the use of social networks
- lawfulness of surveillance measures
- sanctioning abuses