Ambrose McCall Interviewed on Employment-Related and Legal Implications of Social Media Activity

Ambrose V. McCall, a partner in the Peoria, Illinois office of Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, was interviewed today on Peoria’s "The Greg and Dan Show," a morning show on 1470 WMBD AM radio.

The discussion focused on social media and a recent example in which a number of individuals experienced adverse employment actions directly following their social media activities at a professional conference. Mr. McCall commented on the issues presented in this incident, as well as other hypothetical situations, including the employment-related implications of social media communications. He also discussed common misperceptions of First Amendment protections.

Ambrose McCall is a partner in the Labor & Employment Practice Group in Hinshaw's Peoria, Illinois office. He advises clients on a range of employment issues, including regulatory, compliance or employee program matters. In addition, he represents a number of clients in commercial litigation and real estate litigation matters. He also defends clients against claims of professional liability, employment discrimination, and civil rights. Mr. McCall’s clients include a wide variety of insurers, professionals, and business entities throughout Illinois.