With the holiday season upon us, it is important to revisit
the slippery slope of how Facebook and Twitter have become key components in
many divorce cases. We accept that
Facebook, for example, has become something many rely upon for near-daily
communication as well as entertainment.
However, it also poses a unique challenge as it pertains to divorce and
child custody issues. It is extremely
important to choose carefully what you decide to post if you are going through
such proceedings.
Know that any party or friend of that party who is involved
in a divorce will look at the social media posts of their former spouse. NEVER post false or derogatory comments about
your former or soon-to-be-former spouse online.
Resist the urge to check in at places like the local bar. Change your social media passwords. Refrain from posting any videos or photos
that you suspect may be used against you.
Among other things, review what your friends are posting about you and
ask them to remove any damaging photos.
How you feel and act toward the other parent is a “factor” a judge
considers in awarding or taking-away custody!
There is much more to understand about the power of social
media upon the eventual resolution of your divorce case. For more in depth information pertaining to
your specific case, contact Illinois Divorce Attorney Vincent Ruggiero at
630/654-0044. He will provide assistance
with your divorce matters in DuPage, Will, Kane, and Cook Counties.
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