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The world of social media is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family. These popular media platforms are such a common part of daily life that most of us don’t think twice about what we post. From check-ins and reviews, to photos and updates about our daily lives, these means of internet communication can leave us exposed to scrutiny by others.
Unfortunately, posting after an automobile accident can impact your claim and even cause damage to the outcome. While these words may seem trivial to you when you’re posting them, insurance companies think differently. They can be used to try to disprove your rights to a personal injury claim. Fortunately, Goodman Acker has put together a go-to list of the do’s and don’ts of social media after a car accident.
When it comes to the don’ts of social media after a car accident, the list is long, but it’s essential to understand what is and isn’t acceptable to post. Are you willing to risk your settlement because you posted something about your accident and the wrong person saw it?
While there are plenty of don’ts for social media following a car accident, there are also some do’s. Here are some of the things you should make sure you do after being injured and filing a claim.
To really protect yourself in the best way possible, it is in your best interest to completely stop using your social media profile. This includes posting, commenting, or uploading photos. Of course, still keep in mind that social media is a public place and even if you have the most restrictive privacy settings, it is a good idea to not share anything that could possibly be used against you in your personal injury claim.
We post this example in order to help you with your personal injury claim. While this may seem dramatic or like something that can’t happen, it has happened, and it can happen again. Be sure to consider this example before sharing your information on social media.
Imagine that you’re injured in a rear-end accident on a Friday, and you’ve hurt your back. You’ve gone to the ER and physical therapy but are still experiencing pain. You’re in court, and the opposing attorney has a printout of your social media page with a check-in several days before at the river, trampoline park, or your gym.
Remember that post where you asked your followers for help with alleviating back pain from an injury that occurred on Wednesday, prior to the accident on Friday? This information can all be used against you with the argument that your injury occurred before the accident, perhaps at the trampoline park.
While we don’t discourage social media use in general, we do discourage you from posting extra details that can prevent you from getting the compensation you deserve. Goodman Acker will fight to get you a settlement, but mistakes such as these can significantly impact your claim and possibly your settlement.
If you need a personal injury attorney after experiencing a traffic accident, reach out to the expert team at Goodman Acker. We can help answer any questions about your case and what is and isn’t appropriate to post on social media following your accident. You can schedule your risk-free consultation with one of our expert lawyers.
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