Your Texas divorce attorney does not “Like” your Facebook profile. Why? Because anything you post, tweet or tag may be used against you.
It may be tempting while you are going through a divorce or other legal matter to vent your frustrations via social media, but this can be a trap for the unwary. Even if you “un-friend” the spouse you are divorcing, and set your security preferences to the max, a friend of a friend may share that status or picture you posted. A screen capture can be worth a thousand words.
If you are reading this thinking “that won’t happen to me” – that’s what one of our opposing parties thought. Boy was she surprised when her deposition came around and we presented her with a STACK of printouts of photos and wall posts with every innuendo-laden comment between her and her male “friend” highlighted.
So, take the profile down. Stop tweeting or posting items to your Facebook page. It will only be temporary. As soon as the ink dries on your final order, you can re-friend everyone. However, even then – be smart about what you post. If you wouldn’t want your mom/boss/judge/other-authority-figure-whom-you-respect to see it, don’t post it.
If you have questions about divorce in Texas, contact The Wright Firm, L.L.P. at 972-353-4600 or visit us on the web at www.thewrightlawyers.com.
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