How often have you heard the term “it takes a village” – I’ve heard this mostly in relation to raising children. I think it now applies to social media. More and more, when tragedies occur, the first thing we will hear is how their social media accounts gave clues or veiled indications that something was […]
Colleges & Social Media Threats: What Can Be Done?
With the horrific shooting in Oregon last week, there have been many threats to college campuses across the nation. Most have been unfounded, thankfully, but it raises an important question – how can law enforcement and colleges monitor for potential threats, and know when to take them seriously? At this stage in the game, all […]
Do Lawyers Have a Responsibility To Mine Social Media Content?
Social media is a game changer in many ways, and litigation is no different. While social media has been the newest way to connect with friends and family, users are not always careful in what they post. At times, this may come back to haunt them. Add to that the fact that the amount of […]
Social Media Helps Police With Drug Sales on Social Media
While social media has done some great things, there is one that isn’t so great: selling drugs just got easier.A simple hashtag such as #hmu (hook me up), #kush, or any variation including a drug name can get some attention. Surprisingly, simply posting these kinds of messages are legal; it becomes an illegal act once […]
#Consent: Are You Sure You Have It?
Social media monitoring has made marketing a bit easier – with the birth of Instagram, Facebook, and the other myriad of image based social sites, customers have taken to documenting every move they make with pictures, whether it’s a nice dinner out, visiting an amusement park, or even running errands. This is great for marketers, […]