When taking on a new client, one of the first things that is done during the interview/discovery process is asking your client about his/her social media accounts and habits. It’s good to be aware of what they have online, as this can easily be used as evidence if the case goes to trial. Your […]
Litigation
Why I Disagree With the ACLU
By now you may have heard the news swirling around about the ACLU obtaining records regarding social media data collected through Geofeedia, a social media surveillance company. The claim is that the company allowed law enforcement to target protesters and activists “of color” and thus is a civil rights violation. In response, Twitter and […]
Can Social Media Content Be Used in Trial?
Social media content is now being used for more than sharing with friends and family – its use has grown, and it has already made its way into the courtroom. There has been a lot of discussion around the use of social media content as evidence in a trial – while it is becoming more […]
Social Media: 1st Amendment Vs. Company Discretion
When it comes to social media, it can get tricky for businesses. When companies utilize social media to engage with customers, they always run the risk (and often deal with) negative comments. Some of it is warranted, and some of it not so much. The tried and true advice has been to not delete […]
How Are The Feds Using Social Media?
Social media monitoring has been used by brands for years now, with a more recent use revolving around employment background checks, new hires, and even insurance companies. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) will soon be using social media content for granting security clearance for prospective employees. While privacy concerns and the general […]