Social Media & Digital Communication

Covers legal issues arising from social media, texting, email, and other online communications, including privacy and data protection, defamation, harassment and cyberbullying, intellectual property, advertising and influencer rules, and employer or school policies. It also addresses evidence and records in digital communications, platform terms of service, and compliance with relevant state and federal laws.

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The LinkedIn Defamation Case That Is Changing How We Talk About Former Employers

May 1, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

LinkedIn posts about former employers can lead to defamation lawsuits and damages when statements are false and presented as fact. Courts increasingly treat professional social posts like other published statements, weighing truth, opinion, and privilege. This article explains the case, the legal standards, and practical ways to reduce risk when posting. When a LinkedIn Post […]