How Social Media Can Make or Break Your Personal Injury Claim in Sacramento
How Social Media Can Make or Break Your Personal Injury Claim in Sacramento In today’s connected world, social media is second nature. But if you’ve been injured in an accident and are pursuing a personal injury or workers' compensation claim, your online activity can become a serious liability. What may seem like an innocent post could be used by insurance companies or opposing attorneys to question your credibility—and reduce or deny your compensation. At The Law Offices of Douglas Jaffe, we’ve seen firsthand how social media can dramatically impact the outcome of injury claims. Here’s what you need to know to protect your rights during litigation. How Social Media Hurts Your Injury Case 1. Contradicting Your Injury Claims Posts showing you out and about—hiking, partying, or even smiling—can be used as evidence against your reported injuries. If you say you’re suffering from chronic pain but are tagged at a dance club, the other side may argue you're exaggerating or being unt...
