Romantic relationships at work can be tricky.
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Instead of a strict no-dating policy, companies should consider what creates conflicts of interest and craft policies accordingly, said Stephanie Kaplan, partner and vice chair of the employment group at Blank Rome, who represents employers. That might mean a policy that prohibits relationships in a reporting line, or one that bars personal relationships between an employee and a third-party vendor, especially if purchasing or selling decisions are involved.
"If there's a potential conflict, it needs to be addressed in some way," Kaplan said.
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"How to Behave When the Love Bug Bites at Work," by Cheryl Winokur Munk was published in the Financial Times P&C Specialist on September 2, 2025.
