In our first installment of Privacounsel's workplace rights series, we're tackling a document that many employees receive but few truly read: the employee handbook. This seemingly mundane collection of policies can actually be one of your strongest tools for protecting your rights and navigating workplace challenges.

In today's digital workplace, employers have unprecedented abilities to monitor employee activities, communications, and performance. This becomes even easier with new AI tools monitoring employee activities. While monitoring can serve legitimate business purposes like security, productivity assessment, and regulatory compliance, it can raise significant privacy concerns for employees.

This guide explores the legal boundaries of workplace monitoring in the United States and abroad, providing both employers and employees with clarity on rights, responsibilities, and best practices.

In this guide, we’ll explore how to identify and manage a toxic work environment during the course of your employment, providing you with the tools needed to advocate for yourself and ensure your voice is heard when speaking up.

Learn how to spot the red flags of toxic workplaces during the interview process and questions to ask to ensure your goals are aligned with your potential employer.