Using social media irresponsibly during your divorce can potentially lead to disastrous results. In our previous post concerning this topic we discussed how, as divorce attorneys serving men and women throughout the Atlanta metro area, we often see the negative consequences that social media can have on an individual's divorce case. However, social media isn't all bad. In fact, there are a few key ways in which an individual going through a divorce in Georgia can take advantage of social media - in a good way.
1. Finding divorce information, help and advice - Blogs, LinkedIn, even Facebook and Twitter can be very useful to those going through a divorce or any other domestic relations action here in Georgia. Case in point - you are here reading this blog. The internet can provide a wealth of resources regarding divorce, such as information on state divorce laws, answers to commonly asked questions regarding divorce, and contact information and reviews on the area's top divorce attorneys.
2. Connecting with the kids - Our society is becoming increasingly connected via virtual means such as Twitter, Facebook, Skype and other methods of virtual communication. Thus, it is easier than ever to communicate with loved ones even if separated by a long distance. Parents, especially non-custodial parents, can take advantage of this technology to stay connected with their children. In fact, it is increasingly popular for divorce settlement agreements to include provisions providing for visitation via Skype or other forms of video conferencing.
3. Gathering useful evidence - Finally, in the event that one spouse does use social media irresponsibly prior to or during the divorce process, the other spouse may be able to use any incriminating information posted against that spouse as evidence. For example, pictures posted by one spouse while she is in the company of her lover could potentially be very useful to the husband in the divorce action to help prove adultery.