Yesterday, my son graduated from high school. His class selected a math/environmental sciences teacher named Nicole Brite to deliver the faculty address to the senior class. Ms. Brite delivered a spectacular address which was meaningful, witty and thoughtful (and she received a well deserved standing ovation from both the students and the audience).
In one part of her speech, Ms. Brite turned to the graduates and said “now I am going to offer you some words of advice that I wish someone had said to me when I was leaving high school.” One of the points she made I think is applicable to everyone, not just high school students.More on Words of Wisdom for High School Graduates
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Social Media sites, and Facebook in particular, have changed the practice of law. Divorce lawyers regularly review the opposing party’s Facebook profile for evidence of adultery or hidden assets. Prosecutors present online photos to juries as evidence of guilty behavior. Bill collectors troll social media sites looking for assets and debtors.
And don’t think that limiting access to your profile to “friends” only will help. Facebook information can easily be subpoenaed – do not assume any right to privacy for your online materials.
How has Facebook and similar sites impacted the world of consumer bankruptcy. In this guest post, Charlotte bankruptcy lawyer Damon Duncan, identifies three situations where your careless use of Facebook could have serious bankruptcy implications:More on Can Facebook Ruin Your Bankruptcy?
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