Social Media Evidence Collection

The process of gathering and preserving relevant information from social media platforms for use as evidence in legal proceedings.
The defense team is requesting social media evidence collection to investigate the plaintiff's claims.
Zubulake v. UBS Warburg LLC (2001) established a precedent for electronically stored information (ESI) discovery, which can be applied to social media evidence collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the considerations for social media evidence collection?

Identifying relevant accounts, preserving data (screenshots, downloads), complying with user privacy laws and platform terms of service.

What are the challenges of collecting social media evidence?

Data volatility (content can be deleted), user privacy concerns, and the sheer volume of data on social media platforms.

How can social media evidence be authenticated and admitted in court?

Proper collection procedures and adherence to legal requirements can help ensure the admissibility of social media evidence.

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