Students at schools nationwide only know social media as it currently is, as they were born into this new technology. Despite warnings and conversations, there are still many issues related to social media use among school age kids, including cyber bullying, inappropriate image/content sharing, and even threats. School districts realize that they have to be […]
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Debt Collectors Using Social Media: Is It Legal?
Like many other industries, debt collectors are using the tools at their disposal to locate debtors and collect outstanding debt; social media and even texting have come into play. It leaves some wondering if it is legal and/or ethical. According to the FTC, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act doesn’t prohibit this, as long as […]
Where Chipotle Went Wrong With Social Media Policy
Social media policies are good to have in place, but as we’ve seen this week, it’s a good idea to review the policy and make sure it has a legal standing. This was not the case for Chipotle, and it landed the company in some legal trouble. Long story short: An employee posted a tweet […]
Impartial Jury: An Endangered Species
Social media usage has made it difficult for lawyers during jury selection, particularly when it comes to finding an impartial jury. Before the age of social media, news did not travel as fast, so potential jurors for an upcoming trial may not be as aware. Today, news is 24/7 and travels at breakneck speed – […]
Use Social Media Monitoring to Grow Donations, Contact Lists
There’s a new twist in using social media monitoring, thanks to geo-based monitoring capabilities. This is good news for those interested in increasing contact lists for email marketing, or even for non-profit organizations seeking to increase their donor base. Below is a great example of how geo-based social media monitoring can be used effectively. With this […]