The internet & social media (SM) have become so pervasive in our society that it has changed the way we do almost everything! As of April 2018, Facebook had approximately 2.2 billion monthly active users, not to mention the billions of others on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Snapchat and hundreds of other similar sites. In … Continue reading
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New Federal Court Rules RE: Social Media Evidence
The Federal Rules of Evidence, just like the world, are ever changing and adapting. In an attempt to keep up with said changes, lawyers are forced to do hours and hours of research, just to ensure that the case breaking evidence they have obtained is going to be admitted. One area of particular concern is … Continue reading
Libel and Social Media
Have you ever shared a post on Facebook without fact-checking your sources first? Perhaps you were quick to share information on a celebrity’s “pregnancy” from an obscure website you’ve never heard of before, or perhaps you shared your friend’s post stating that their wedding photographer was a scam, when in reality your friend didn’t read … Continue reading
Social Media: The New Drug
Status updates, picture tagging, and location check-ins. Social media is a great way to keep in touch with old friends, distant relatives, or to check in on the whereabouts of family members. For many, social media can even be a way to check out a potential date or employee/employer. So much information is readily available … Continue reading
Tracking Criminals With Social Media Investigation
The Deed “Hi, come on in! Make yourself at home” – this is a standard greeting that you have probably used countless times, showing your trust to those visiting your home. But despite the desire to be welcoming, inviting someone across the threshold of your doorway will always assume a certain level of respect and … Continue reading