Privacy

Privacy in HR involves respecting and protecting the personal information and rights of employees. It encompasses the responsible handling and secure storage of sensitive employee data, such as personal identification, medical records, and performance evaluations, in compliance with data protection laws and ethical standards. HR professionals must establish and enforce privacy policies and practices that ensure employees’ data is kept confidential, only accessed by authorized individuals for legitimate purposes, and not shared or used inappropriately. Respecting privacy rights not only fosters trust and employee confidence but also minimizes the risk of legal liabilities related to data breaches or privacy violations. HR’s commitment to privacy is essential for maintaining a respectful and ethical workplace environment while upholding legal requirements.

Why Your Website Needs A Privacy Policy And Terms Of Use

Organizations with an online presence should ensure that they have […]

Privacy In 2021: Developments You Should Watch Out For

All indications are that the evolution of privacy laws and […]

Privacy Quiz

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Searching an Employee’s Locker for Illegal Drugs – Ask The Expert

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Pay Transparency Policy

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Is It Okay to Search a Worker’s Locker for Illegal Drugs? – Ask The Expert

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Employer Wins $112,000 In Damages After Employee Resigned And Took A Client To A Competitor

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The Use of Lie Detector Tests – Know The Laws Of Your Province

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Is It Legal to Make Employees Take a Lie Detector Test?

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B.C. teaching assistant’s OnlyFans page raises questions of what’s appropriate outside work

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Guard Against Algorithmic Discrimination When Using ChatGPT & Other AI Apps

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Workplace Artificial Intelligence Use Policy

If your employees are using ChatGPT or other large language models (LLMs) artificial intelligence [...]

How to Protect Your Company from Legal Risks of Workplace AI Use

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Law 25: The Cost Of A Privacy Breach In Quebec Just Went Up. Way Up

When Law 25 came into effect in Quebec on Sept. 22, 2022, businesses that fail to report a [...]

Quebec Has New Privacy Requirements Already in Place, With More on the Way in 2023

Website Accessibility Compliance Checklist

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