Understanding the Use of Social Media in Litigation: Leading Lawyers on New Evidence Collection Methods and Necessary Precautions for Clients (Inside the Minds)

Understanding the Use of Social Media in Litigation provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on the latest trends involving the role of social media for both the prosecution and defense. Featuring partners from some of the nation's leading law firms, this book guides the reader through crucial topics, such as discovery standards, privilege or privacy claims, and authentication. From the ways in which social media use can help prove or disprove a client's case to the potential that it holds as a tool for trial preparation and conduct, these experienced lawyers analyze the effect that sites such as Facebook and LinkedIn have had on the legal field. Additionally, these experts present examples of ways in which older laws, such as the Video Privacy Protection Act and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, apply to new types of media. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these top attorneys provide key insights on this rapidly changing area of law.

Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading
C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities.

Chapters Include:

1. John B. Kearney, Partner and Head, New Jersey Litigation Group,Ballard Spahr LLP — “Current Trends in Litigation Involving the Use of Social Media”
2. Paul Ragusa, Partner, Baker Botts LLP — “The Pitfalls and Perils of Social Media in Litigation”
3. Jason P. Bloom, Partner, Haynes and Boone LLP — “New Uses of Social Media-Generated Evidence in Litigation Matters”
4. Mark W. Brennan, Partner, Hogan Lovells US LLP — “Challenges in the Social Media Legal Landscape: Applying Old Laws to New Technology”
5. Angela C. de Cespedes, Partner, Akerman LLP — “Navigating the Social Media World”
6. David D. Brisco, Member Attorney, Cozen O'Connor — “Reliable Witnesses: Images on Social Media”
7. Rodney Satterwhite, Partner, McGuireWoods LLP — “Friend” or Foe?: Balancing the Litigation Risks of Monitoring Employees' Social Media Profiles at Various Stages of Employment”
8. Randi Singer, Partner, Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP — “Social Media in Complex Commercial Litigation”