When social media posts turn against employees

The case involving Hervé Gonsard at the Banque de France highlights the tension between freedom of expression and employer loyalty. Gonsard faced disciplinary action for liking political content on LinkedIn, raising questions about employees' rights on social media. While theoretically, employees can express opinions freely, they must also adhere to workplace loyalty and discretion. Instances of social media use leading to sanctions include an employee at Eamus Cork who was penalized for posting inappropriate content during work hours. Additionally, a cashier at Action was dismissed for live streaming during work, emphasizing the strict policies against phone use at work.