The use of social media has grown exponentially, offering a platform for social interactions, commerce, community building, networking, and more. Today, over 4.5 billion people use social media globally, allowing users to track their lives, connect with others, sell products online, etc. This prevalence has turned social media into a trove of invaluable information that lawyers can use in litigations and investigations. ...

Does your law firm defend class action lawsuits? If so, you must carefully conduct your social media investigations in order to exclude prospective class members that do not qualify for membership in the class, properly manage your law firm resources, and mitigate your client’s out-of-pocket costs. Why are Social Media Investigations Necessary for Class Action Cases? Let’s face it, conducting comprehensive online searches is necessary if you’re going to defend against a class action lawsuit. ...

It’s a well-established fact. Eyewitness testimony isn’t always accurate. For one reason or another, people sometimes get it wrong. Because of the unreliable nature of eyewitness testimony, police, investigators and legal professionals all must do their due diligence to find additional sources to verify and validate information. It’s the only way to make the best possible decisions in a situation where the stakes are so high. ...