If you’re facing divorce, call 203-936-6772 at LAW OFFICES OF PIAZZA & SIMMONS, LLC to set up an initial consultation.

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Attorney Anthony A Piazza & Laura A Simmons

Guiding People Through Divorce With Grace And Dignity For More Than 30 Years

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Social Media Activity Can Hurt Your Divorce Case

Social media is integrated into our lives in so many ways that it can be difficult to disconnect. Social platforms allow you to communicate with friends and family effortlessly, plan events, and join a variety of social activities. They essentially offer a place to express whatever you are thinking and feeling at the moment, which can be tempting when you are ending a relationship. This can also be potentially dangerous to the outcome of your assets if you are going through the process of a divorce.

Financial Implications Of Social Media On A Divorce

Anything that you post online is subject to scrutiny, and this is especially true when the division of assets comes into play. Purchasing a new car, going on an expensive vacation, or even buying new clothing can be construed as excessive spending or the dissipation of marital assets while going through a divorce. This can have a negative impact on the division of assets, once it is time to settle the divorce proceedings.

Focus on protecting your assets through the dissolution of your marriage, and posting to social media can hurt your situation in ways that are difficult to predict. Remember that email, text messages, and social media can all be subpoenaed and reviewed by a judge.

How To Protect Yourself

There are several ways to tighten the security on all of your social media accounts, and it is important to make sure you are protected before you engage online.

  • Block and un-friend your ex from all social media networks that you share.
  • Be careful with the content that you post, better yet – take a complete break from social media until your divorce is finalized.
  • Make sure that any mutual friends you share don’t have access to any of your personal information.
  • Change all of your passwords on every account, including email, to something that would be difficult for your ex to guess.

During this time, it is best to completely refrain from posting any personal information online. Remember that once something is published, it is available forever. Even if you delete a post, it is likely that your ex or their lawyer will have already captured the screenshot. Many people rely on social media for professional reasons, so it is important to separate this from any personal information you post online.

Call A Stamford, Connecticut, Divorce Lawyer Today

Even the most straightforward amicable divorce can take a nasty turn when something unpleasant is revealed on social media. The compassionate, skilled attorneys at LAW OFFICES OF PIAZZA & SIMMONS, LLC, understand the complications that can arise while you are going through a divorce. We are proud to support our clients and will tirelessly advocate for the resolution that is most beneficial for you. Call us today at 203-936-6772 to learn more about how we can help you through the divorce process, or contact us online.