It’s the season for company holiday parties — and potential legal nightmares that can turn a festive celebration into an HR headache.
Executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray and Christmas found that 57% of companies planned on having in-person holiday parties last year. As more companies push for in-person engagement and bonding, that number will likely grow. Yet the opportunity to let loose means a greater risk of behavior like harassment and discrimination, notes Michael Schmidt, a labor and employment attorney at Cozen O’Connor.
