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If you intend to file a personal injury claim, it’s wise to deactivate your social media accounts before getting started. Monitoring a claimant’s online activity is one way for insurance adjusters to deny or at least devalue the cases they review. If staying offline isn't an option, follow these tips to avoid jeopardizing your claim. 

How to Handle Social Media Accounts During Personal Injury Cases

1. Adjust Your Privacy Settings 

Although the claims adjuster may still be able to see certain posts through third-party connections, adjusting your privacy settings could make it harder for them to follow you closely. Change the settings on all public profiles so that only approved friends and followers can view them.

As long as your case is pending, don't accept requests from individuals whom you don't recognize. Ask your personal injury attorney for further information about how adjusting your privacy settings can potentially benefit the claim. 

2. Post With Discretion 

personal injuryDon’t post about the accident, your injuries, or the direction in which you intend to take the case. It’s natural to turn to your friends and followers for guidance during such a stressful time, but doing so could give the opposing party insight that is later used against you.

You should also avoid posting about your social life and expenditures. Such posts could give the claims adjuster reason to challenge the severity of your injuries or the extent of your damages. 

3. Remind Your Loved Ones of the Pending Claim

Ask your friends to avoid tagging you in their own posts or publishing photos of you until your case has been resolved. If the opposing party cannot view your own posts, they'll likely start scrutinizing those of your closest friends and loved ones. And as long as they don't access any such posts through fraudulent means, they can use them against you in court. 

 

If you want your personal injury claim to proceed smoothly, turn to the Law Offices of Conti, Levy and Salerno, LLC in Torrington, CT. This practice is backed by 75 years of experience in the legal profession. Their strategic personal injury team will gather evidence of liability, track damages, and handle all correspondence to help you receive a fair settlement. To request a free case review, get in touch through their website or call (860) 482-4451. 

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