pokoko said:
I agree with you, which I why I haven't commented on the actual case itself. However, her taking to social media throws a new dynamic into the situation, one that really needs to be explored separately. That, of course, is going to depend on how the case turns out, but it adds all sorts of extra complications. Regardless of all else, the one thing I do not want to see is the alleged victim complaining that it became a three ring circus. |
Social media, for better or worse, is the new normal, but many, many people are ill-informed on litigation and how social media can play a significant role. I always advise clients to minimize usage of social media, especially with regards to any sensitive and potential legal issues. There is the mistaken assumption that, in various sectors of law, good will and intent will proffer exoneration. In the very rare case that one actually goes trial, the verdict relies wholly upon the counsels' abilities to convince them of how they should render. People should always be wise to not think, "what does this truthfully represent," but to actually think, "how can this be represented to others?"
