The business leader is no longer solely the pilot of economic strategy; they are now at the centre of a complex web of criminal, financial, and social responsibilities. In this special report, GPO Magazine, the firm CGLAW GUYOMARC’H Avocats« expertise is being mobilised to decipher this »straitjacket" of increasingly dense obligations.
Barrister Patricia Guyomarc’h and the experts consulted are warning about the increase in personal liability. Beyond the usual financial risks, the focus is on social responsibility and the obligation to ensure safety. A new challenge is particularly highlighted: the obligation to train employees and monitor their professional development, the non-compliance of which can lead to heavy penalties and compensation claims before the Employment Tribunal.
The article reminds us that it is no longer enough for a business leader to «do their best»; they must prove that they have implemented all necessary measures to ensure the physical and mental health of their employees, as well as their employability. This analysis highlights the importance of a preventive audit of management practices to secure the executive's assets and peace of mind.
