There are a number of reasons why you should avoid posting on social media when going through the personal injury claim process. Read on and give our skilled Pensacola personal injury lawyer a call today to learn more about how we can help you. Our legal team is committed to ensuring you obtain the compensation you need to heal.
Is it a bad idea to post on social media after an accident?
You will want to recognize that posting on your social media for your loved ones about how you are doing after an accident is not the best idea. It is best to avoid social media following an accident if you are pursuing compensation for a personal injury claim. You should also refrain from publishing photos or videos of yourself, especially doing activities you may participate in after your accident. Finally, you should also alert your friends and family about posting any photos of you online during this time. This is because it may supply the other party with evidence to use against you in your personal injury claim.
What if my social media is private?
It is a good idea to make your profiles private and avoid accepting new friends or followers in the meantime. This may help you to feel safer, however, it is important to keep in mind that private accounts do not protect your information from defense attorneys. Defense attorneys can still reach your content, even if your accounts are private. This is even correct for private conversations or deleted posts.
What are the advantages of not posting online during a personal injury lawsuit?
There are multiple reasons to avoid posting online after an accident. For example, if you have sustained a serious hip injury in an accident and you make a post online about taking a walk or otherwise being active, a defense attorney may use this content to challenge the validity of your claim. Just repeating the events of your accident or making a statement about your injuries has the potential to hurt your claim. Posting online can readily hurt your credibility in a personal injury claim. As a result of this, it is best to avoid social media altogether. It is also important that you do not confer any information communicated between you and your attorney. These conversations must be held secretly to avoid providing important information to the other side.
If you need any help with your upcoming personal injury claim, do not hesitate to reach out to our firm today.
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