What is the law regarding cell phones in the workplace?
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What is the law regarding cell phones in the workplace?
I started working at a dental office 3 years ago and there was no strict policy on cell phones. Over the past year they have had some issues with people going into their lockets at inappropriate times and checking their phones. Last summer they implemented a new rule nothing signed that we must
Asked on January 27, 2017 under Employment Labor Law, Florida
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
Does this action violate the terms of a union agreement or employment contract? Does it in some way constitute a form of legally actionable discrimination? If not, then as an "at will" worker, your employer can set the conditions of the workplace much as it sees fit. This includes a cell phone policy such as you describe. If you disagree with your employer's mandate, then you can either complain about it or bring your cell phone but risk termination, or quit. I'm afraid those are your only choices.
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