Social Media Why fake news is a risk to employers Macy’s hoax could disincentivise real victims of discrimination and harassment from coming forward, fearful they will be disbelieved as “paid actors” iStock.com/Alina Kolyuka Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Friday 21 June 2024 A lie travels halfway around the world before the truth can put its pants on. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Unions Could social media ruin Hollywood bosses’ strike strategy? Culture Stars’ social media backlash a warning for employers Wellbeing Protecting staff from social media abuse as important as protecting your brand Wellbeing Social media harm and an employer’s duty of care