Facebook was intended to
bring people together, old friends and new. However, social media such as
Facebook and Twitter can be a nuisance, a hinderance, or downright destructive
during divorce proceedings.
When someone is going
through a difficult time such as a divorce they may be tempted to vent their
feelings on social media outlets, but even innocent posts can harm your case.
Indeed, 81% of American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers members have used or
discovered evidence on social media websites. It is important to be careful.
What you say on that Facebook post can be used against you. Be aware that
untruthful comments can result in libel action against you. Call up a good
friend or meet with a therapist or your attorney instead. These people are in a
better position to help you. If you think this isn’t serious business, one
recent study says that 66% of online divorce evidence comes from Facebook!
Another interesting
statistic says that one in five US marriages end in divorce at least partially
due to Facebook. Perhaps accepting a friend request from your former flame
isn’t such a great idea. Often times the past is better left in the past.
It may also be necessary
to avoid social media sites to protect your safety. Avoid “checking in” to
locations. This could allow a violent spouse to know exactly where you are.
Don’t post photos of yourself at social gatherings. Don’t allow other friends
to tag you in photos or check you in at locations. Additionally, you and your
soon-to-be-ex-spouse probably have many mutual friends on Facebook. You may
want to consider limiting who can see certain posts or shutting down your
social media accounts entirely until legal proceedings are settled.
During this phase of
your life it is best to rely on in-person communications. Stay off the social
media and deal with the situation in front of you. There are many people who
can support you during this time. Feel free to call my office if you have
questions about this topic or about divorce proceedings- 904-241-0012 or online
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