Think your social media is safe after a Florida crash? Think again. Insurance companies and defense attorneys are experts at combing through your online presence for anything that can be used to challenge your injury claim. Even a simple photo or status update can be twisted to suggest you’re not as injured as you claim, or that your version of events isn’t accurate.
Under Florida law, courts allow discovery of social media content if it’s relevant to your case. Florida Rules of Civil Procedure 1.280(b)(1) and 1.350 give the opposing side the right to request posts, photos, and even deleted content if it could impact the outcome. Deleting posts after a crash can be seen as destroying evidence—potentially damaging your credibility and your case.
The biggest mistake? Posting anything about the accident, your injuries, or your activities. Even innocent updates can be misinterpreted. The safest move is to stay silent online and consult with a Florida personal injury attorney before sharing anything. Your compensation could depend on it.
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Written by:
Gil Sánchez, Esq.
CEO | Civil Trial Attorney
Black Rock Trial Lawyers
Abogados Law
