social media litigation

Social media litigation refers to lawsuits or legal disputes involving content or activity on platforms like Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn. It commonly includes claims over defamation, harassment, privacy violations, intellectual property misuse, employment issues, and the discovery or use of social media evidence in court.

If You Livestream on TikTok in 2026, You’re Now Legally Responsible for the Comments

In 2026, TikTok livestreamers can face legal liability for on-stream comments, including defamation, harassment, or illegal content. This shifts risk from the platform to the creator and makes real-time moderation essential. This article explains what changed, who is at risk, and practical steps to reduce exposure. A New Era of Responsibility for TikTok Livestreamers If […]

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Snapchat’s Disappearing Messages Are Now Evidence — A Court Just Ruled

Business & Workplace Law, Cybersecurity & Data Rights, Law & Legal News, Social Media & Apps, Technology & Digital Privacy / Jack Gilbert

A court has ruled that Snapchat’s disappearing messages can be used as evidence, even if they were designed to vanish. The decision recognizes that “ephemeral” chats may still be recovered through screenshots, device forensics, or account records and can carry the same legal weight as other digital communications. This article explains what the ruling means,

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