There is a large portion of the world that uses social media on an everyday basis. Often times, they use it to make posts updating loved ones about different things going on in their life. This may be anything from daily events to major celebrations. While it can be fun to share the ongoings of your life with others, there are some things that are better kept to yourself. This includes any details regarding your divorce case. Sharing this information or speaking badly about a spouse throughout the proceedings has the potential to negatively affect the outcome.
There are several ways that a single post on social media can impact a divorce. Certain words, actions, or even pictures can be misconstrued and twisted to be used against you in court. Recent studies showed the following:
It is best to just not post on any social media accounts at all when you are going through a divorce. This ensures that no content is available to be used against you in court. If you choose to post anyway, it is important to air caution when doing so. Some things you should avoid doing on social media during a divorce can consist of:
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