Employment Talks: Holiday Hangovers

Holiday hangover? We kick off the new year with the 20th episode of our podcast, diving into the tricky topic of alcohol in the workplace. Kato Aerts, Employment Partner, and Marie Verhaert, Associate in our Employment team, discuss the legal implications and practical challenges, tackling questions such as:

✅ What is the difference between drunkenness and alcohol intoxication?
✅ How does drunkenness come into play at work?
✅ Picture this: a Friday afternoon Christmas party filled with celebration and team spirit. But what happens if an employee drinks too much and behaves inappropriately? How should employers handle such situations?
✅ What if drunkenness causes harm to the company or employer?
✅ Imagine an employee causes a serious accident on New Year’s Eve with their company car. If they were drunk, how does this impact the employment relationship? Could this justify a dismissal for cause?

This episode provides valuable insights into handling alcohol-related issues while maintaining a balance of wellbeing, legal compliance, and fairness at work.

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